News for 'Indian jewellery'

Milkha Singh: An unmatchable romance with a near miss

Milkha Singh: An unmatchable romance with a near miss

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

To him running was both his God and beloved as he created his own little fairytale out of what what could have easily been a tale of horrors.

Nirav Modi's extradition trial to begin on May 11

Nirav Modi's extradition trial to begin on May 11

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

The five-day extradition trial of fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi will begin from May 11 in a part-remote setting, a UK court has ordered. Modi is fighting his extradition to India over the nearly USD 2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud and money laundering case.

Nirav Modi can be extradited to India: UK court

Nirav Modi can be extradited to India: UK court

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

Wanted diamond merchant Nirav Modi on Thursday lost his fight against being extradited to India as a United Kingdom judge ruled that he can be sent back to face charges of fraud and money laundering in the estimated $2 billion Punjab National Bank scam case.

This Sakshi Malik is also famous but...

This Sakshi Malik is also famous but...

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

She's not an Indian freestyle wrestler.

Who's Sari now? Sex workers design for change

Who's Sari now? Sex workers design for change

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

US-based designer Rosena Sammi is retailing jewellery and designer accessories made by sex workers in West Bengal and Bihar.

COVID-19 outbreak credit negative for India's retail industry: Icra

COVID-19 outbreak credit negative for India's retail industry: Icra

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

The anticipated adverse impact on the economy and consequent uncertainty around employment prospects is likely to result in lower purchasing power.

Investing in gold? Read this first

Investing in gold? Read this first

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

India is crazy about gold jewellery. With the World Gold Council aggressively marketing social and religious functions as gold buying events, the demand has shot up in the recent years to record levels.

In Noida's mega industrial zone, even essential businesses struggle to open

In Noida's mega industrial zone, even essential businesses struggle to open

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Up to 95 per cent of units in the Noida-Greater Noida mega industrial zone are currently shut.

Neeta Lulla kicks offs Lakme Fashion Week, Mumbai

Neeta Lulla kicks offs Lakme Fashion Week, Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Oct 2007

Lakme Fashion Week commenced with a bang this year. Celebrated Indian designer Neeta Lulla showcased a stunning collection of both Western and Indian wear.

PIX: Supermodels, diamonds and pearls

PIX: Supermodels, diamonds and pearls

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

Here's what was on offer on Day Two of the India International Jewellery Week, underway in Mumbai from August 15-19.

Want to become a Gemmologist?

Want to become a Gemmologist?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

Indian Institute of Jewellery offers courses in gemmology and diamond grading.

Gems Export Council seeks duty cut on gold to 2%

Gems Export Council seeks duty cut on gold to 2%

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

In august last year, the government had raised import duty on gold and silver to 10 per cent to curb the surging imports and burgeoning CAD.

Sonakshi, Taapsee lash out at Akshay, Devgn

Sonakshi, Taapsee lash out at Akshay, Devgn

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

'Let us stand together in displaying our utter and complete lack of spine, in safeguarding our hundreds of crore rupees of income and in supporting this military-style mobilisation against the very masses who have practically treated us as gods and to whom we owe everything we enjoy.'

Gems council may leave China

Gems council may leave China

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

The Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the apex body set up by the Union ministry of commerce to monitor the jewellery business overseas, says it might call for pulling out of the diamond cutting and polishing business in China.

As prices fall, bullion dealers restock gold

As prices fall, bullion dealers restock gold

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

Dealers expect prices to fall further, owing to an impending rate hike in the US

Is it safe to invest in gold?

Is it safe to invest in gold?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

You can use gold as a financial instrument to diversify your portfolio into hedging against uncertainties in the market, but for ambitious returns, you must explore opportunities in other asset classes such as equities, debts and real estate, says Adhil Shetty, CEO, BankBazaar.com.

De Beers chief on the future of diamond trade in India

De Beers chief on the future of diamond trade in India

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

Despite various challenges, the past year was a good one, says Bruce Cleaver, chief executive officer of the De Beers Group, the global corporation that has been the leading one in all aspects of the diamond trade for over a century.

Jalsaghar is a viewing treat you owe yourself

Jalsaghar is a viewing treat you owe yourself

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Exquisitely shot, with shadows and light capturing the hypnotic mood of the film, Jalsaghar is a viewing treat you owe yourself.

Would you wear a mangalsutra on your wrist like Sonam does?

Would you wear a mangalsutra on your wrist like Sonam does?

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Sonam Kapoor and Shilpa Shetty did it. Would you?

Black pearl making tech to hit market soon

Black pearl making tech to hit market soon

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

A self-taught Indian scientist, who has produced the world's largest black pearl is looking to commercialise his pearl culture technique that has the potential to change the profile of the country's gem and jewellery exports in a single stroke.

Serena Williams shows off her nose piercing

Serena Williams shows off her nose piercing

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

After straightening her hair, it was time for nose piercing for Serena Williams.

Would you wear this?

Would you wear this?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Jewellery designer Vasundhara Mantri mixed bold, geometric, asymmetric lines that worked well with traditional Indian sensibilities. And this is what she came up with.

Silver still a preferred bet over yellow metal

Silver still a preferred bet over yellow metal

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Recent recovery in the white metal was reflected in a falling gold to silver price ratio.

In Pics: Malaika, Aditi turn showstoppers

In Pics: Malaika, Aditi turn showstoppers

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

Malaika Arora Khan wowed the audience as she walked for designer Mandira Wirk, and Aditi Rao Hydari looked stunning in a Shruti Sancheti outfit.

Why India's gold import bill is set to hit 5-year high

Why India's gold import bill is set to hit 5-year high

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Good monsoon, farm loan waiver -- the two key reasons behind more customers in jewellery shops

PIX: Sherlyn Chopra's HOT Cannes avatar

PIX: Sherlyn Chopra's HOT Cannes avatar

Rediff.com21 May 2013

The Kamasutra 3D actress arrived on the red carpet in a sheer number.

Gold in demand despite war

Gold in demand despite war

Rediff.com24 Mar 2003

As war bells ring, gold becomes the first casualty worldwide. But in India, where jewellery is a way of life, experts say there is never any let down in buying gold: only the preferences of Indian women change - from heavy to light weight jewellery.

Sensex tumbles 93 points, Nifty breaches 8,200

Sensex tumbles 93 points, Nifty breaches 8,200

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

Telecom stocks fell after Mukesh Ambani extended Reliance Jio's free offers till March 2017.

Modi sells India dream to UAE prime minister

Modi sells India dream to UAE prime minister

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

India's major import items from UAE include petroleum and petroleum products, precious metals, stones, gems, jewellery, minerals and chemicals

CBI books billionaire Nirav Modi in Rs 280 cr cheating case

CBI books billionaire Nirav Modi in Rs 280 cr cheating case

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Modi, 46, who had figured in the Forbes' list of richest Indians, has been named in the cheating case on a complaint from the PNB, which alleged that the jewellery firm owner, his brother, wife and Choksi entered into a criminal conspiracy with the officials of the bank and cheated it, causing a "wrongful loss".

'I was wondering if this was The End'

'I was wondering if this was The End'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

'At the end of 2020, I was insecure, going through heartbreak, filled with negativity and self-doubt.' 'I had worked so hard over the past few years and suddenly, my career was stagnant.'

India's exports grew 20% in May, but there's a downside

India's exports grew 20% in May, but there's a downside

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

Despite the 6-month high, trade deficit has widened to a four-month high of $14.62 billion, as imports rose by 14.85 per cent during the month, reports Subhayan Chakraborty.

Bindass bride! Kriti is every Boho bride's dream

Bindass bride! Kriti is every Boho bride's dream

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Kriti Sanon plays muse to Tarun Tahiliani on the cover of Brides Today.

Diamond trade looks towards Russia

Diamond trade looks towards Russia

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

India's direct import of roughs was $767 million from Russia in 2013, a little less than five per cent of India's total import of roughs.

Why Ayush Kejriwal Adores the Sari

Why Ayush Kejriwal Adores the Sari

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

The Scottish designer talks about being inspired by the beautiful city of Kolkata, his Beauty By Deception campaign and why you won't spot many celebs on his Instagram page.

MUST READ: The FIRST scam of independent India

MUST READ: The FIRST scam of independent India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

A book reveals that independent India's first scam may have taken place as early as 1947 the year our country won a freedom it had fought hard for.

Gold may hit Rs 45,000 in 2020

Gold may hit Rs 45,000 in 2020

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Mandatory hallmarking of gold would be a positive in making the gold market more organised. Mandatory hallmarking would come into effect from January 15, 2020, with a one-year transition period for trade to sell existing inventories. Experts also expect more policy measures next year to bring in more transparency in terms of gold as an asset class.

Say hello to these modern brides!

Say hello to these modern brides!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

Pernia's Pop Up show had plenty of inspiration for brides-to-be.

Modi sticks to failed recipe in India's food-inflation fight

Modi sticks to failed recipe in India's food-inflation fight

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's election triumph in May had raised hopes of quick action to tackle India's recurring food price shocks.