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This special report covers the Indian stock market's volatility, with the Nifty index struggling to cross the 26,000 mark. It details a 16% decline in overall gold demand, particularly for jewelry, ahead of the festive season, as reported by the World Gold Council. The program examines upcoming Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), including Lenskart and Groww, and their impact on the secondary market. Market expert Avinash Gorakshakar notes the substantial capital expected to be raised from the primary market. The report further explores investment choices for Indian investors, comparing precious metals like gold and silver with equities. Experts Ajay Kedia and Avinash Gorakshakar provide analysis on investment timing, with Kedia advising to wait for correction or consolidation. Discussions include the benefits of Gold ETFs over physical gold and the potential of gold finance companies. Additionally, the report addresses major global developments such as a US-China tariff agreement and Starlink's entry into India. Infosys co-founder Kris Gopalakrishnan offers insights on Artificial Intelligence, discussing India's need for strategic tech autonomy and workforce retraining to adapt to an AI-driven world.