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Gold Prices Surge. What Should You Do?

Gold Prices Surge. What Should You Do?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'If gold's recent surge has increased its allocation beyond 15 per cent in your portfolio, now may be a good time to rebalance.'

Archery Worlds: India women's team in bronze play-off

Archery Worlds: India women's team in bronze play-off

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The women's recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Gatha Khadake and Ankita Bhakat entered the bronze medal play-offs at the World Archery Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

'We Are Happy With Silver'

'We Are Happy With Silver'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

'It's not about winning a gold or silver, but about winning a medal, and he did his best.'

Sift Kaur wins India's first gold at Shooting World Cup

Sift Kaur wins India's first gold at Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Sift Kaur Samra produced a sensational come-from-behind performance to win her first individual ISSF World Cup gold medal in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions.

India gold-silver in women's 10m rifle

India gold-silver in women's 10m rifle

Rediff.com20 Mar 2006

Tejaswini Sawant and Avneet Kaur Sidhu scored 500.6 points and 500.2 respectively to equal the Commonwealth Games' record.

Jharkhand's gold rush, Karnataka leads National Games pack

Jharkhand's gold rush, Karnataka leads National Games pack

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Jharkhand, led by Commonwealth Games gold medalists Lovely Choubey and Rupa Tirkey, dominated the lawn bowls competition at the National Games in Dehradun, winning three gold medals. The state's women's fours team defeated West Bengal in the final, while Jharkhand also secured gold in the men's pairs and women's U-25 singles events.

Gold Hits Rs 90K, Jewellery Demand Takes A Hit

Gold Hits Rs 90K, Jewellery Demand Takes A Hit

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The trigger for international gold prices rising to $3,000 per ounce was Germany's upcoming heavy government borrowing.

Maharashtra strike gold in Triathlon Mixed Relay at National Games

Maharashtra strike gold in Triathlon Mixed Relay at National Games

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Tamil Nadu, consisting of Akash Perumalsami, Keerthi S, Sai Lohitaksh KD, and Aarthi S, secured the bronze medal with a commendable performance, finishing in 2:14:08.

Gold jumps Rs 630 to hit record high of Rs 82,730

Gold jumps Rs 630 to hit record high of Rs 82,730

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Gold prices rallied by Rs 630 to a lifetime high of Rs 82,700 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday following persistent buying by jewellers and retailers amid strong global trends, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Rallying for the sixth straight session, gold of 99.5 per cent purity appreciated by Rs 630 to hit a lifetime high of Rs 82,330 per 10 grams.

Wrestler Neha Sangwan gets 2-year suspension

Wrestler Neha Sangwan gets 2-year suspension

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Wrestler Neha Sangwan, who was disqualified from the recent Under-20 World Championships for being overweight, was on Monday dropped from the senior World Championships squad.

Gold, silver imports dip 80.55% to $1.05 bn

Gold, silver imports dip 80.55% to $1.05 bn

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Gold and silver imports declined 80.55 per cent to $1.05 billion in November after a slew of measures taken by the government to curb inbound shipments of the metal, aimed at narrowing the current account deficit.

From Olympic gold to IOC throne: Kirsty Coventry's historic rise

From Olympic gold to IOC throne: Kirsty Coventry's historic rise

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Kirsty Coventry's journey from the Olympic podium to the highest office in sport has been marked by excellence, resilience, and reform.

World Boxing Cup: India achieve best-ever medal haul

World Boxing Cup: India achieve best-ever medal haul

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Sakshi, Jaismine, Nupur clinch gold; India bags 11 medals at World Boxing Cup

Archery Worlds: Deepika fails again, Gatha steals show

Archery Worlds: Deepika fails again, Gatha steals show

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The nerves were all too familiar for the former world No 1 Deepika who has failed to win a medal despite qualifying for multiple Olympic Games.

Shot putter Jasmine suspended after failing dope test

Shot putter Jasmine suspended after failing dope test

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Jasmine Kaur has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for failing a dope test.

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Asian Games silver medallist Ancy Sojan made it to the women's long jump final on an ordinary day for the Indians in the World University Games, in Berlin, on Monday.

Gold strikes fresh all-time high of Rs 83,750/10 gm

Gold strikes fresh all-time high of Rs 83,750/10 gm

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Gold prices rallied Rs 910 to hit a fresh all-time high of Rs 83,750 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday due to heavy buying from jewellers and retailers, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had settled at Rs 82,840 per 10 grams in the previous trading session.

'Hard day': Neeraj explains battles in Zurich final

'Hard day': Neeraj explains battles in Zurich final

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Neeraj Chopra's streak of top-two finishes at events continued as he secured the second spot with the best throw of 85.01 m during the competition.

Nat Games: 18-YO shocks the field, Deepika wins gold

Nat Games: 18-YO shocks the field, Deepika wins gold

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Emerging West Bengal archer Juyel Sarkar stunned veteran Tarundeep Rai, a four-time Olympian, to win the recurve gold medal at the 38th National Games.

Apple launches iPhone Air, its thinnest phone ever

Apple launches iPhone Air, its thinnest phone ever

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The new model is 5.6mm thick. CEO Tim Cook said it promises "pro performance in a thin and light design."

National Games: Jonathan, 15, stuns Sarabjot to win 10m pistol gold

National Games: Jonathan, 15, stuns Sarabjot to win 10m pistol gold

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

15-year-old Jonathan Antony stunned Paris Olympics bronze medalist Sarabjot Singh and national record holder Saurabh Chaudhary to win the 10m air pistol gold at the National Games.

Tanvi, Unnati headline India's World Juniors campaign

Tanvi, Unnati headline India's World Juniors campaign

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Tanvi, Unnati and Bhargav Ram-Viswa Tej to lead strong Indian line-up in BWF World Junior Championships

Sindhu's Beach Break In Vietnam

Sindhu's Beach Break In Vietnam

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'Some much needed break waves + peace = healing.'

Bulgaria wrestling: Dhanda wins gold, silver for Sakshi

Bulgaria wrestling: Dhanda wins gold, silver for Sakshi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

Pooja Dhanda claimed gold in the 59kg category while Rio Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik settled for a silver medal in the 65kg category

Huge name withdraws from Neeraj Chopra Classic

Huge name withdraws from Neeraj Chopra Classic

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Peters has had a long rivalry with Chopra

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Gold imports more than doubled in August to a record high of $10.06 billion, mainly on account of a drastic cut in customs duty and ongoing festive demand, according to the Commerce Ministry data. Gold imports stood at $4.93 billion in August 2023. On record high imports, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said that the tariff rates on gold have been reduced drastically so that smuggling and other activities can come down.

Wonderkid Divyanshi Creates History At Asian Youth TT

Wonderkid Divyanshi Creates History At Asian Youth TT

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Divyanshi Bhowmick wins gold at Asian Youth TT Championships

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

Maharashtra sweeps kho kho golds at National Games

Maharashtra sweeps kho kho golds at National Games

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Maharashtra secured both the men's and women's gold medals in the kho kho event at the 38th National Games.

ISSF WC Final: Vivaan bags silver, bronze for Naruka

ISSF WC Final: Vivaan bags silver, bronze for Naruka

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Sonam Maskar had won a silver in the women's 10m air rifle on Tuesday and Akhil Sheoran clinched a bronze in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions on Wednesday.

National Games: Niraj stuns Olympic medallists to win gold

National Games: Niraj stuns Olympic medallists to win gold

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Niraj Kumar stunned Paris Olympics bronze medallist Swapnil Kumar and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar to win gold in the men's 50-metre rifle 3 positions event at the National Games.

India add more gold and silver at Asian Track Cycling Championship

India add more gold and silver at Asian Track Cycling Championship

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Harshita Jakhar displayed remarkable skill and determination to emerge as the standout performer, winning the silver medal in the individual pursuit event in the women's junior category.

Gold jumps Rs 1,100 to all-time high of Rs 84,900 per 10g

Gold jumps Rs 1,100 to all-time high of Rs 84,900 per 10g

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Gold prices hit a fresh record high of Rs 84,900 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, driven by robust domestic demand and strong global cues, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity continued its ascent for the third straight session, jumping by Rs 1,100 to hit a new peak of Rs 84,900 per 10 grams.

Junior Worlds: Pistol shooters bag team gold!

Junior Worlds: Pistol shooters bag team gold!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

On Sunday, Mukesh Nelavalli also won an individual bronze in the event, his sixth medal of the competition, shooting a total of 548 over 60-shots. Azerbaijan's Imran Garayev won the gold with a score of 552.

Want To Invest In Silver? Read This

Want To Invest In Silver? Read This

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Investors may take a 5 to 10 per cent exposure to silver. 'Have a long-term investment horizon when investing in silver ETFs to ride out short-term market fluctuations.'

No podium for India! Manu Bhaker, Singh miss out in finals

No podium for India! Manu Bhaker, Singh miss out in finals

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Double Olympic bronze-medallist shooter Bhaker finished sixth in 25m pistol after entering the eight-shooter final placed fifth with an aggregate 'precision' and 'rapid fire' score of 588.

Meet the 21-YO Archer Who Took Down Olympic Legends

Meet the 21-YO Archer Who Took Down Olympic Legends

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The Shanghai Archery World Cup last month marked the emergence of Parth Salunkhe, and the 21-year-old former youth world champion will look to shine again

Neeraj thanks fans after win in Bengaluru

Neeraj thanks fans after win in Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'I didn't expect such a crowd and support in the first season.'

Ganesh Installed In Mumbai's Richest Mandal

Ganesh Installed In Mumbai's Richest Mandal

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

The Goud Saraswat Brahmin Seva Mandal's Ganesh Mandal, located in Matunga, north central Mumbai, is widely considered to be the city's richest Ganesh Mandal.

American Greg Bell, oldest living Olympic gold medallist dies

American Greg Bell, oldest living Olympic gold medallist dies

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

At the 1956 Olympic Games, a 26-year-old Bell jumped 7.83m in challenging conditions to win by 15cm ahead of his compatriot John Bennett.