Govt hikes duty on gold, silver from 6% to 15% in bid to lower demand

NEW DELHI: Days after PM Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce gold purchases, the finance ministry on…

PM Modi wants Indians to cut gold buying: How much forex can be saved?

When India imports goods (such as gold), it pays for it in dollars. The more a…

From buying less gold to cashing in old reserves: How bullion industry plans to cut India’s import bill

As rupee continues to breach multiple record lows, pressure on India’s balance of payments is growing.…

Why PM Modi wants Indians to avoid buying gold for a year

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to stop buying gold for a year…

Supply shortage of gold, silver? Banks stop import orders as metals stuck at customs, says report

More than five tonnes of gold remain held up at customs without clearance. (AI image) Banks…