Demand for wedding halls ahead of Auspicious Hindu date Akshaya Tritiya
Rush on wedding halls ahead of Akshaya Tritya
Many wedding hall owners are reporting a surge in enquiries for bookings on Sunday as the auspicious date in the Hindu calendar, Akshaya Tritya, falls this year on May 16th.
Thousands of Hindu weddings are scheduled to take place on this date as traditionally it brings good luck and success, the main reason why so many couples are scrambling to tie the knot on this lucky day.
Several wedding hall owners have had to turn couples away, with many saying they were booked over a year in advance for the auspicious Hindu date. Because of the huge demand for weddings on this day, some owners are considering putting up their rates for Akshaya Tritya in 2011 in order to make the most out of this lucrative period in the Hindu wedding season.
Jewellery retailers are also hopeful Akshaya Tritya will spell good news for them. Because of the sky-high prices of gold we are currently experiencing, some jewellery retailers are reporting that their sales have halved when compared to last year. Many have their finger crossed for a last-minute rush on wedding jewellery ahead of the auspicious Hindu date as there won’t be another sacred date until November, hence the rush to wed this May.
Gold wedding jewellery burglaries on the rise
Gold Asian wedding jewellery stolen in a string of break-ins in West Yorkshire
The Asian community in West Yorkshire have been warned by police to be extra vigilant after a number of burglaries in the area, where gold Indian wedding jewellery was stolen, have been reported.
One of the burglary victims had her gold wedding jewellery stolen which is estimated to be worth between £30,000 – £40,000. 33-year-old Asma Waraich, whose home in Clayton was targeted, said the most hurtful part is the sentimental value the jewellery held for her. She added that the break-in has had a negative affect on her young son who hasn’t been able to sleep since the incident.
Police have confirmed that a number of burglaries where gold wedding jewellery was taken have occurred in the Bradford, Heaton and Clayton area in the last few weeks. The high number of break-ins has been described by police as “unusual.”
One of the Detectives working on the investigations believes that the sudden spate of thefts targeting Asian wedding jewellery is linked to the rise in the price of gold. The cost of gold has soared in the last 12 months and demand is higher than ever for the precious metal as the Indian wedding season prepares to get underway.
Police patrols in the affected areas have been stepped up in an attempt to deter would-be gold thieves. Police are urging Asian families to install safes in their homes to keep their jewellery under lock and key.
Satyan Jewellers to launch Wedding Ring Festival at their London store
Satyan Jewellers will be running a Wedding Ring Festival during May
Renowned jewellery merchants, Satyan Jewellers, will launch a special Wedding Ring Festival at the Diamond Room in the London store next month. The Festival will showcase the very finest wedding and engagement rings and will run throughout the month of May.
The family-run business boasts an impressive 25 years worth of experience working within the UK’s jewellery retail industry, having set-up their successful store in Green Street, London, back in 1982.
However the family’s history within the jewellery trade can be traced back to the late 19th century when Satyan family ancestors began crafting jewellery pieces to order in India. These secrets of craftsmanship which have developed over many years have been passed down over five generations enabling Satyan Jewellers to offer pieces of exquisite quality and design.
If you’re about to get married, or maybe considering getting engaged, Satyan Jeweller’s Wedding Ring Festival should not be missed. A hand-picked selection of the very best gold and platinum engagement rings with matching wedding bands will be on display. Plus there will be expert help at hand to assist you in your quest to find the perfect ring for your loved one.
All diamonds purchased from Satyan are of the highest quality and clarity, plus every piece purchased from the exquisite Diamond Collection comes with a 10 year guarantee.
The exclusive Wedding Ring Festival at Satyan Jewellers will be launched at its store on Green Street, London, on May 1st.
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