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India tightens silver import rules; nominated-agency-only routing to squeeze bullion retailers

Government restricts silver imports across all forms with immediate effect, channelling supply solely through nominated agencies. Domestic premiums set to rise as 80% import-reliant market faces tighter availability; jewellers and bullion retailers face margin pressure even as global spot silver remains largely unmoved.

India restricts silver imports across all forms, routing supply only via nominated agencies—domestic premiums set to rise, retailers face margin hit.

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