Jewellery markets across India sparkled this Dhanteras, with sales touching an estimated ₹85,000 crore over two days, driven by strong festive demand. The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) expects total festive sales to surpass ₹1 lakh crore by Diwali. Silver jewellery saw record demand as buyers opted for affordable options amid soaring gold prices.