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22k gold rate today on Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (April 19, 2026) in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and other cities
Akshaya Tritiya, April 19, 2026, is here. This auspicious day is ideal for gold purchases and new beginnings. Families traditionally invest in gold and start ventures. Check the latest gold rates from Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, and Malabar Gold & Diamonds. The Bureau of Indian Standards app helps verify gold authenticity.
Akshaya Tritiya 2026 date and time: Check city-wise muhurat timings for gold buying
Akshaya Tritiya, a festival believed to bring wealth, sees a surge in gold purchases, with demand often rising a week prior. This year, the auspicious day falls on Sunday, April 19, 2026, with specific muhurat timings varying by city. Consumers are increasingly opting for investment-grade gold like coins and bars, alongside digital gold, while traditional jewellery remains popular.
Gulf war batters India's glass heartland, testing New Delhi's manufacturing drive
Firozabad, India's Glass City, faces a crisis. War in the Middle East disrupts gas supply, halting glass furnaces and leaving thousands jobless. This energy crunch impacts India's manufacturing, from textiles to high tech. Shipping costs also surge, stranding containers and halting exports. Many businesses struggle to survive as production plummets.
Luxury carmakers' gold-leafed Gulf profits are under threat from Iran war
Luxury carmakers face a significant challenge as the Middle East market, vital for high profits, is under threat. Regional conflict has led to temporary showroom closures and a slump in demand. This comes as global demand for luxury vehicles weakens. Automakers are closely monitoring the situation, with some reporting a notable drop in business.
Investing lessons from Warren Buffett – Management should go beyond accounting rules to ensure transparency and disclosure
Rather than simply adhering to GAAP requirements, Buffett batted for providing supplementary information designed to help shareholders understand the true economic performance of Berkshire Hathaway. This commitment to disclosure would become a hallmark of the company’s annual reports in the years to come.
Silver prices down today? Check high-purity per kg silver rates (March 27, 2026) on IBJA, MCX, MMTC-PAMP
Silver prices experienced significant fluctuations this week, driven by geopolitical tensions and anticipation of US Fed rate cuts. While MCX rates saw an overall increase from March 23rd to 27th, a notable decline was observed on Thursday. IBJA also reported sharp movements in 999 purity silver prices.
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22k gold rate today: Check 22K, 24K gold prices (March 26, 2026) on Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas and IBJA
Gold prices showed signs of recovery on March 25, 2026, after a mostly down month. Experts anticipate continued volatility due to geopolitical factors and US Fed interest rate uncertainty. Major Indian jewelers like Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, and Malabar Gold & Diamonds reported 22k gold prices around Rs 13,465 per gram on March 26, 2026.
Reducing import dependence through refining and recycling the way to navigate India Gold sector: Report
India's gold industry is shifting focus from buying to investing. The nation aims to reduce its reliance on imported gold by boosting local refining and recycling efforts. Plans are underway to make India a global center for gold refining and trading. These changes will position India for a greater role in worldwide gold markets.
India must channel $10 trillion in household gold into financial system: Former minister Choudhary
India's vast household gold reserves could boost economic growth. Experts suggest shifting consumers to financial instruments like Electronic Gold Receipts. This move aims to reduce reliance on gold imports and ease pressure on the current account deficit. The National Stock Exchange is ready with platforms and technology to facilitate this transition.
Gold prices crash today; check 22K, 24K gold rates on Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas and IBJA; Why are silver and gold rates falling?
Gold price today (23 March 2026): Gold and silver prices have plummeted, offering a significant buying opportunity for jewellery shoppers. This sharp decline, attributed to a strengthening US dollar amidst geopolitical fears, has seen substantial drops in bullion rates. Global gold prediction trends remain volatile.
Gold prices crashing today? Check 22K, 24K gold rates on Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas and IBJA
Gold Prices Crash Today: Gold prices are experiencing a dip in India. This is happening even as geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran continue. Major jewellery brands like Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, and Joyalukkas are showing lower rates.
Investing lessons from Warren Buffett – When Buffet weighed in on the book value vs business value debate
In a letter to shareholders, Warren Buffett underlined the fact that Berkshire Hathaway had matured from a conglomerate seeking acquisitions to a holding company managing a portfolio of great businesses. He also pointed to a critical distinction that separates exceptional investors from average ones: The difference between book value and business value.
Mandatory gold hallmarking expanded to 7 more districts
Gold hallmarking: The seven districts are: Rupnagar (Punjab), Banda (Uttar Pradesh), Beed (Maharashtra), Gomati (Tripura), Katihar (Bihar), Beawar (Rajasthan) and Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh), an official statement said.
Breaking the glass ceiling: India’s corporate shift toward women CEOs
In India, women are breaking barriers by taking the reins of consumer goods and pharmaceutical companies, marking a significant departure from the historically male-dominated banking sector. Analysts foresee a continuing trend of growth in these industries, while obstacles linger in traditional sectors such as infrastructure and manufacturing.
Word of the Day: Perspicuity
Word of the day: English offers many terms for clarity, yet perspicuity stands apart for its formal dignity and philosophical resonance. It is neither colloquial nor archaic. Instead, it occupies a scholarly register suited to serious analysis. Its Latinate construction lends gravitas to commentary.
Rameshwaram Cafe in Mumbai announces 'free' public food trials; Check dates, timings and must-try foods
The celebrated Bengaluru-based Rameshwaram Cafe has officially arrived in Mumbai, taking over the historic Eros building in Churchgate. To mark its debut, the café has announced exclusive public food trials from March 2nd to 5th, 2026, between 6 pm and 10 pm, offering Mumbaikars a first taste of its signature South Indian flavors. Unlike its traditional standing-only outlets, the Mumbai branch features a two-floor layout including a seated dining area, private dining sections, and specialized workspaces for remote professionals.
Waiting for Samsung’s next super-thin iPhone Air rival? Its future just got uncertain
Samsung is re-evaluating its super-thin smartphone strategy due to lower-than-expected sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge. The company is also considering the future of its expensive TriFold device, while a wider single-folding Galaxy Fold is confirmed for summer. Additionally, Samsung is developing a next-generation S-Pen stylus and has introduced an innovative privacy display on the S26 Ultra.
US Stocks: Berkshire CEO Greg Abel to lay out thinking for a post-Warren Buffett world
Berkshire Hathaway's new Chief Executive Greg Abel faces numerous challenges as the successor to famed billionaire Warren Buffett.
Young India shifts to solitaires as prices decline 30%
Solitaire diamond rings are seeing a surge in demand among Indians aged 28-40, with sales rising 25-35% year-on-year following a 30% price drop. A 1-carat ring now costs ₹5-5.5 lakh, down from ₹7-8 lakh, making diamond-heavy, low-gold jewellery more appealing amid high gold prices. Millennials are driving growth, with engagements as the primary purchase but self-buys and milestone-driven purchases also rising. Lower entry barriers and a preference for accessible, meaningful jewellery, including 9-carat and 14-carat gold, are reshaping consumer behaviour, benefiting jewellers despite elevated gold prices.
Looking for replacement of your old gold jewellery after unprecedented price rise? 6 factors you must check before going for new hallmarked piece
With gold prices rising, consumers are increasingly exchanging old jewellery for hallmarked pieces to ensure purity and better resale value. Mandatory hallmarking in India, regulated by BIS, certifies gold's karat and fineness, reducing fraud risk and enabling fair valuation. Buyers should verify BIS logo, HUID, and purity marks for authenticity.
When Calls The Heart Season 13 Episode 6 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch: When will new episode air?
When Calls The Heart Season 13 Episode 6 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch details the special Hallmark airing, story focus, wildfire investigation update, polygraph arrival, cast details, full episode schedule, and streaming options for viewers worldwide.
Voluntary-based silver hallmarking under revised rules begins; here’s how you can check silver purity
Starting September 1, 2025, India implements HUID-based hallmarking for silver jewellery and articles on a voluntary basis, according to the revised IS 2112:2025 standards. Consumers can verify article details like purity and jeweller information via the BIS Care App.
Govt hikes gold, silver hallmarking charges; here are the details of new charges
The Bureau of Indian Standards under the Department of Consumer Affairs has issued a notification announcing new charges for hallmarking gold and silver jewellery/artefacts. This is the first time the government has revised the charges since the hallmarking become mandatory. Read on to know about the new charges that will be levied from now on.
Gold hallmarking still not available in 63% districts
In the first phase, which was rolled out on June 1, 2021, hallmarking of 14, 18 and 22 carat jewellery was made mandatory. At present, out of 773 districts in the country, only 288 districts have hallmarking facilities. Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh have the highest number of districts with hallmarking facilities.
Gold hallmarking becomes mandatory but with several exemptions
The press release also stated that gold of additional carats 20, 23 and 24 will be allowed for hallmarking. Say, if you buy gold bangles of 23 carat, then your jeweller will be required to sell you hallmarked gold jewellery.
Hallmarking row: No effect of strike, says government; but jewellers disagree
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is implementing a mandatory gold hallmarking system—called Hallmarking Unique ID (HUID)—in the country in a phased manner.
BIS appeals to jewellers to reconsider Monday’s strike
The pace of hallmarking has gathered momentum with almost 10 million pieces of jewellery having been hallmarked since it became mandatory on June 16, BIS said, referring to jewellers’ complaints about the slow pace of the process.
BIS launches gold hallmarking awareness campaign
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on Thursday launched their latest campaign to create awareness amongst consumers to buy hallmarked gold during festive season.
Centre plans to have gold hallmarking in metros
Consumer affairs ministry intends to make it mandatory for jewellers in metros to have their gold certified in these four cities to begin with.
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