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Jos Alukkas Presents ‘Second Sunrises’
Hosted by Suhasini Maniratnam, the six-episode podcast by Jos Alukkas celebrates women embracing remarriage, resilience, and the courage to begin again.
Jos Alukkas, a trusted name in quality, innovation, and trendy jewellery in India, has announced the launch of Second Sunrises, a six-episode story-telling podcast hosted by actor and film maker Suhasini Maniratnam. The series brings together women who have chosen remarriage, discovered companionship, or stepped into a renewed chapter of life, sharing journeys of courage, self-belief, and the freedom to begin again.
Across India, conversations around remarriage, especially for women, often remain private. Second Sunrises opens a thoughtful public dialogue through intimate, reflective conversations that present new beginnings with dignity and confidence, recognising that life’s milestones continue to evolve across generations.
Speaking on the series, Suhasini Maniratnam said, “Many women rebuild their lives with remarkable strength, yet their stories are rarely spoken about openly. Second Sunrises creates a space where these journeys can be shared with honesty and warmth. Each conversation reflects the courage it takes to choose happiness again, and I am honoured to be part of bringing these voices forward.”
The series opens with actor and singer Mamta Mohandas and features conversations with Film & media personality Pooja Bedi, Author Sudha Menon, Actor and Television Host Ramya Subramanian, International Badminton Champion Jwala Gutta, celebrated screen performers Pavitra Lokesh, and Vijaykrishna Naresh, each offering deeply personal reflections on change, resilience, and rediscovery.
With Second Sunrises, Jos Alukkas extends its engagement with stories that mirror the emotional realities of contemporary society, recognising that celebrations today are defined as much by renewal and personal choice as by tradition itself.
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Gold Industry Proposes New Strategy To Cut Imports and Boost Local Economy
Precious Metals Refineries Forum (PMRF) Has Proposed A Two-Track System To Manage Gold More Efficiently
Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to reduce gold imports and foreign travel, major Indian bullion and jewellery bodies have submitted a new plan to the government and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The strategy aims to lower the nation’s trade deficit by tapping into the estimated 30,000 tonnes of gold sitting in Indian households.
This move comes after India’s gold imports jumped 24% to a record $71.9 billion in the 2025-26 financial year, with over 721 tonnes of gold brought into the country.
The New Strategy: Two Separate Systems
The Precious Metals Refineries Forum (PMRF) has proposed a two-track system to manage gold more efficiently:
- For Exporters: Imported gold should be strictly saved for jewellery exporters using one-year Gold Metal Loans (GML).
- For Local Buyers: Domestic demand should be met entirely by recycling household gold. This gold would be collected from citizens, refined locally, and sold back through jewellers and retailers.
Under this plan, people who deposit their idle gold could earn 2% to 2.5% interest, while businesses taking gold loans would pay an interest rate of 3% to 4%.
Fixing Why Past Schemes Failed
Previous government gold schemes failed to gain traction primarily because they left out local jewellers and lacked a proper banking structure. Without a joined-up system, institutions faced high financial risks from changing gold prices.
To fix this, trade bodies are calling for a complete system that includes:
- Direct involvement of trusted local jewellers. The schemes did not take off in the past because jewellers were not part of them. About 10% to 20% of family gold is held as bars or coins.
- Strong bank backing and secure storage vaults across the country.
- Tax incentives, such as removing the 3% GST loss when physical gold is converted into Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR), and offering income tax relief on the interest earned.
Industry Support
Industry experts say a smooth system is already possible. Collection and purity testing centres have confirmed that collected household gold can be processed within 48 hours and safely moved to secure, bank-approved vaults.
Representatives from the Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) recently held discussions with RBI officials to fast-track these changes.
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