World Gold Council cautions India: Higher gold duties may boost smuggling, hike prices.

The World Gold Council warns that raising import duties on gold in India's upcoming 2025-26 budget could harm the industry by increasing smuggling and domestic gold prices. The council notes that lowering duties last year had positive impacts, including reducing unofficial imports and boosting domestic purchasing. The gold industry contributes 1.3% to India's GDP and employs about 2-3 million people. The budget is set for presentation on February 1.

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