The Economic Times

India silver import curbs create shortages, push premiums to six-month high

India's silver import restrictions have caused significant shortages in the domestic market. Premiums have surged to their highest levels in six months due to these curbs. May imports saw a drastic fall from the previous year's figures. These measures aim to ease pressure on foreign exchange reserves and the rupee. Domestic supplies are now largely dependent on local production.

8 Jul 2026 4:30 pm