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Gold prices are witnessing a sharp and steady surge, leaving jewellers anxious and customers cautious. The upward trend in the precious metal has impacted jewellery markets across Odisha, with many buyers postponing their purchases.
According to jewellers, the daily price hikes have significantly reduced customer footfall, even affecting the usual wedding season demand. "Shops are wearing a deserted look as buyers hesitate to purchase at such high rates," said a local jeweller.
"Rajasthan's Jaipur was the highest exporter of jewellery. But now the goldsmiths have no work. Similarly, the tariff has reduced the value of the Indian...