High gold prices significantly impacted Akshaya Tritiya sales, with volume declining by an estimated 30% nationwide. While overall gold sales volume decreased, value increased by 15-20% due to soaring prices, reaching ₹98,469 per 10 grams with GST. South India showed stronger demand, particularly for plain gold and diamond jewellery, contrasting with muted demand in other regions.
Steel quality rules deferred by a month
“The mandatory adherence requirement of input steel for imports of steel products with bill of lading having shipped on board date on or before July