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Friday, August 15, 2025
TopicWorld Gold Council

Topic: World Gold Council

India’s duty cut to revive gold demand after weak June quarter, World Gold Council says

Duty cut brought down domestic prices of gold last week to Rs 67,500 ($806.20) per 10 grams, their lowest in 4 months, from a record high of Rs 74,777 earlier this month.

More central banks plan to increase their gold reserves within 12 months, WGC survey finds

The survey, which was conducted in February-April and included a total of 69 responses, showed that 29% of central banks expected their own gold reserves to increase in the next 12 months.

Modi govt rethinks Gold Monetisation Scheme, feels it’s too expensive, hasn’t achieved aim

RBI has been asked to conduct a structural review of the scheme, including its rationale, associated high costs, and desirability of its continuation.

On Camera

Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

Yudh Seva Medal for Major General SS Sharda, who led Indian Army’s info war during Op Sindoor

Independence Day honours for ADG Strat Comm team behind Op Sindoor’s strategic messaging, including the logo designer, for real-time narrative control & countering misinfo.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.