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India’s March Inflation Edges Up to 3.48% Amid Fuel Pressures

By Uniquetimesorg April 10, 2026 0

India’s consumer inflation likely rose slightly to 3.48% in March from 3.21% in February, according to a Reuters poll of economists. The increase comes despite easing gold prices, which fell around 11% during the month and helped offset rising fuel costs triggered by geopolitical tensions. Food inflation remained relatively stable due to strong supply conditions, […]Continue Reading

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India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 3.21% in February, Still Within RBI Target

By Uniquetimesorg March 12, 2026 0

India’s retail inflation accelerated to 3.21% year-on-year in February, driven by rising prices in food, personal care products, and precious metals, according to government data. Despite the increase, inflation remains below the Reserve Bank of India’s 4% target and within the tolerance band of 2%-6%. Analysts note that soaring oil prices due to the ongoing […]Continue Reading

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Gold Retreats as Profit-Taking and Softer Geopolitics Cool Safe-Haven Demand

By Uniquetimesorg January 15, 2026 0

Gold prices fell on Thursday as investors locked in profits after three straight sessions of record highs, while a calmer geopolitical tone reduced demand for safe-haven assets. Spot gold declined 0.8% to $4,584.03 per ounce, retreating from a record peak of $4,642.72 hit in the previous session. U.S. gold futures for February delivery also slipped […]Continue Reading

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AFTER A STELLAR PERFORMANCE IN 2025, WHAT NEXT FOR GOLD?

By Uniquetimesorg January 14, 2026 0

– By Shri. V.P. Nandakumar (Chairman & MD, Manappuram Finance Ltd)   Gold had a blockbuster year in 2025, delivering returns in the range of 70–75% in rupee terms and setting multiple all‑time highs in both international and domestic markets. The rise in price far outpaced what most analysts had pencilled in a year earlier. […]Continue Reading

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Asia Gold: India, China Turn to Premiums as Prices Ease from Record Highs

By Uniquetimesorg January 2, 2026 0

Gold prices in Asia’s top consumer markets, India and China, moved back into premium territory this week for the first time in nearly two months, as a pullback from record highs encouraged cautious buyers to return. In India, domestic prices slipped to around 136,700 rupees per 10 grams on Friday, down from last week’s peak […]Continue Reading

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Use Existing Assets to Boost Mineral Output, Says Anil Agarwal

By Uniquetimesorg December 29, 2025 0

Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal has said that the only way to significantly increase mineral production in the short term is by maximising output from existing assets, as new mining projects typically take five to ten years to become productive. Quoting former Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping, Agarwal argued that results matter more than methods, stressing […]Continue Reading

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Silver Surpasses Apple, Becomes Third Most Valuable Asset

By Uniquetimesorg December 24, 2025 0

Silver has reached a historic milestone, with a market capitalization of approximately $4.04 trillion, surpassing Apple Inc.’s $4.02 trillion valuation. This makes silver the world’s third-most valuable asset, behind only gold and Nvidia. The white metal’s rally has been fueled by its dual appeal as both a financial and industrial asset, with prices briefly touching […]Continue Reading

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What Next for Gold?

By uniquetimes December 14, 2023 0

Article By V.P. Nandakumar, MD & CEO, Manappuram Finance Ltd Despite elevated prices, faster-than-expected economic expansion is driving domestic demand for gold For me, gold is always a subject that I keep close to my heart. And I always find it amusing to see how the gold market navigates through the various phases of an […]Continue Reading

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Gold & Net Zero Goal

By uniquetimes May 30, 2023 0

Holding gold in a diversified portfolio can help reduce carbon footprint without sacrificing returns, writes V.P. Nandakumar, MD & CEO of Manappuram Finance Ltd   Gold is slowly but steadily assuming a more important role in the myriad world of investment as the recent volatility in the financial markets across the globe has rendered many […]Continue Reading

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Akshaya Tritiya 2023: Unlocking Prosperity and Blessings with Dos and Don’ts

By uniquetimes April 21, 2023 0

Akshaya Tritiya is an auspicious Hindu festival that falls on the third day of the Hindu month of Vaishakha. It is considered a highly auspicious day for new beginnings, buying gold and property, and seeking blessings for prosperity and success. If you are planning to celebrate Akshaya Tritiya 2023, here are some dos and don’ts […]Continue Reading