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Grand opening of Joyalukkas Showroom in Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Joyalukkas has expanded its presence with the grand opening of a new showroom in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The inauguration ceremony was graced by . Vanita Seth, Mayor of Jodhpur Nagar Nigam (South), alongside Joy Alukkas, Chairman and Managing Director of Joyalukkas Group, and Thomas Mathew, Executive Director of Joyalukkas
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FGLOC to host inaugural Gold Summit in Kochi
Will bring together key industry stakeholders to chart the future roadmap for the gold-loan sector and unlock the potential of gold as a financial asset
The Federation of Gold Loan Companies (FGLOC) will host its inaugural Gold Summit in Kochi on November 17, 2026, bringing together key industry stakeholders to chart the future roadmap for the gold-loan sector and unlock the potential of gold as a financial asset.
The summit aims to strengthen the operational capabilities of gold-loan companies, equipping them to scale efficiently and responsibly. Core discussions will address shared industry challenges while emphasizing corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and sustainable business practices.
Bringing together prominent voices from across the financial ecosystem, the event will examine the evolving role of gold in modern finance, emerging market opportunities, and strategies to expand credit access to underserved populations.
​Key areas of deliberation include:
- ​Policy and regulatory developments
- ​Responsible lending and consumer protection
- ​Corporate governance and transparency
- ​Technological advancements and sustainable growth
Prominent industry leaders scheduled to participate include George Alexander Muthoot, Executive Vice-Chairman of Muthoot Finance; Thomas John Muthoot, Chairman and Managing Director of Muthoot FinCorp; and V.P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance.
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