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IIBS-11: Navigating the ‘New Gold Rush’ in a fragmenting global economy
India International Bullion Summit – 11 (IIBS-11) organized by IBJA will be held on 27th – 28th February, 2026, at Westin Hotel, Mumbai.It will be inaugurated by Chief Guest Shashi Tharoor, MP- Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam.
The keynote address will centre on the critical intersection of the global economy and the precious metals market. The session will trace the industry’s historical trajectory, examining how a progressively fragmenting global economy is fundamentally reshaping international trade dynamics. Furthermore, it will explore the emergence of a ‘new gold rush’—a transformative era poised to define the bullion market for decades to come—highlighting exactly why understanding this paradigm shift is more vital to our industry now than ever.
The entire focus of this year IIBS shall be on topics which are relevant and related to the gems & Jewellery Industry. This year’s topic includes Silver Substitute for Gold?, Digital Gold Regulations, Wealth Creation, Rising Gold and Silver Prices and its Impact on Developing Nations, Growth of Organised Jewellery Sector in Challenging Times, Digital Vision: Gold: Beat the Bitcoin 2026, Fiat Currency v/s Bullion v/s Crypto, Indian Market Initiative, Requirement of Gold Policy Changes, Bullion Market Integration: India’s Role in a Connected Global Trade, Global Market Infrastructure, Is Hedging Effective Tool in Current Scenario?, Gold 2.0 for the Global Future, Innovation in Bullion Eco System and Gold Outlook – 2026.
Speakers include Jignesh Shah – Mentor & Coach, IGM (India Gold Metaverse)- Founder: MCX, DGCX, IEX, SMX, MCX-SX, ODIN, Sachin Jain – World Gold Council, Prof. Sundaravalli Narayanaswami – India Gold Policy Centre (IGPC), Harish Pawani –Purshottam Kanji & Co., Dubai, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil – PNG Jewellers, Varghese Alukkas –Jos Alukkas, Ba. Ramesh – Thangamayil Jewellery Limited, Kishore Narne – Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. Srinivas L – 63SATS Cybertech Ltd., Dhritiman Murti – Tether Rajesh Kalyanaraman – Kalyan Jewellers, Asher Ottamoochikkal Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Quynh Le – Tether, Sajeev Kumar – Equinox Interactive (Asia) Pte Ltd, Lokesh Sugandh – Meenakshi Gold, Shivanshu Mehta – Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited, Moses Bodea – GOLDINVEST Edelmetalle GmbH, Mohammad Ayyob – SAM Precious Metals, Abhijit Shah – Emirates Gold and various other expert of bullion and jewellery trade.
Commemorating its 107-year legacy, the India Bullion and Jewellers Association is strategically pivoting toward a new century of industry leadership. As a cornerstone of the bullion ecosystem, the Association remains committed to its dual mandate: championing member interests while institutionalizing consumer trust through transparent and ethical market practices.
By navigating complex regulatory landscapes and fostering a robust value chain, IBJA continues to serve as a vital catalyst for sustainable growth within the global jewelry sector.
source: IBJA
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IAGES Accredited Partner Directory Brings Verified Gold Businesses Together on One Trusted Platform
Hosting More than 700 Accredited Outlets Across 200+ cities, the IAGES Directory Serves as a Bridge Between Consumers Seeking Trustworthy Gold Transactions and Accredited businesses
The Accredited Partner Directory launched by the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) in November, 2025 has gained significant momentum among consumers and gold businesses since its inception. This one-stop digital platform now hosts a growing network of over 700 IAGES partner outlets across 200 cities, allowing consumers to find verified, trusted jewellers nearest to them before they step out to buy or exchange gold.
An IAGES verified business follows a stringent code of conduct that mandates accountability, responsibility and ethical conduct across its entire value chain. IAGES’ Accredited Partner Directory offers consumers trust, confidence and peace of mind, allowing them to explore and choose these verified, third-party assessed gold jewellers nearest to them either by brand name, location, or category.
The accredited entities appearing in the directory include strong national, regional and city-based large, medium and small retailers. The directory not only includes verified gold jewellers, but also lists gold refiners, bullion traders, manufacturers and assaying and hallmarking centres and digital gold retailers.
Kaushlendra Sinha, CEO, IAGES, said:

“The growing list of partners in the IAGES Accredited Partner Directory reflects the gold industry’s readiness to adopt transparent and compliant business practices, building consumer confidence and trust while slowly formalising the gold ecosystem in India. We invite all gold businesses to come forward and join the movement to transform India’s gold industry, one accreditation at a time!”
IAGES is currently running a consumer awareness campaign – ‘Before you exchange or buy gold #PehlaCheckIAGES’ to spread the word about the importance of buying gold only from a verified, credible retailer. The successful campaign has reached 50 million+ consumers through online and offline mediums, while the IAGES website is seeing massive hits every day as consumers check the directory to verify a gold business.
Sumeet Deoda, Vice President – Marketing and Communication, IAGES said:
“Clearly, the IAGES Accredited Partner Directory has been much anticipated by consumers, gold jewellers and gold business entities alike! We are happy to finally share this growing database with the world even as we continue to work towards our goal of changing the gold-buying mindset in India as the first, crucial step towards formalising the industry,”

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