Salman Khan Flaunts Luxury Watch With 714 Diamonds | See Here

11 Sep 2024

Jacob Arabo, founder of luxury jewelry and watch brand Jacob & Co, shared a video on Instagram featuring Salman Khan wearing the Billionaire III watch, encrusted with diamonds. In the video, Jacob personally assists Salman with the watch, followed by a warm hug between the two. In the caption, Jacob...

World’s Second-Largest Diamond Discovered in Botswana, Expected to Fetch Over $40 Million

23 Aug 2024

A 2,492-carat raw diamond discovered in Botswana is now believed to be the world’s second-largest gem-quality diamond ever found, surpassed only by the renowned Cullinan diamond. The colossal gemstone was unearthed at Botswana’s Karowe diamond mine, owned entirely by the Canadian mining company Lucara Diamond Corp. “We are ecstatic about...

The Noor-Ul-Ain: A Diamond Journey From Shah Jahan’s Throne To Iran’s Empress Tiara

16 Aug 2024

Some of history’s most iconic natural diamonds were discovered in India’s Golconda Mines, known for their impeccable quality. Among these is the Noor-ul-Ain (Eye of Light) diamond, which is a central feature of the Noor-ul-Ain Tiara, part of Iran's National Jewels collection. Commissioned by the last Shah of Iran, Mohammad...

Diamond Industry Crisis In Surat: Workers Hit Hard By Job Cuts

12 Aug 2024

The Surat diamond industry, India’s largest Diamond Industry hub, is grappling with a severe economic crisis that has taken a heavy toll on its workforce. The crisis has been exacerbated by global conflicts and declining demand for polished diamonds. Since its launch on July 15, a suicide helpline established by...

This Surat Diamond Firm Announces 10-Day ‘Vacation’ For 50,000 Worker, But Why?

06 Aug 2024

Kiran Gems, a leading diamond manufacturer based in Surat, Gujarat, has announced a 10-day holiday for its 50,000 employees from August 17 to 27. This decision is aimed at managing production levels in response to declining global demand, according to The Indian Express. The company explained that the diamond industry...

Labourer Discovers Rs. 80 Lakh Diamond In Madhya Pradesh, He Plans To…

26 Jul 2024

Raju Gond, a seasoned labourer, has spent over a decade mastering the techniques of digging pits and sieving sand in the mines of Panna, Madhya Pradesh, in search of diamonds. On Wednesday, he discovered something glittering in his hands that resembled glass. It was a 19.22-carat diamond, which experts informed...

Diamonds Discovered Deep Beneath Mercury’s Surface, Study Reveals

22 Jul 2024

Scientists have discovered that Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun, might have huge deposits of diamonds hundreds of miles beneath its surface. The study, published in Nature Communications, offers a fascinating glimpse into the planet's unique interior. Mercury's Diamond Treasure A new study suggests that Mercury, the first planet...

India’s Biggest Lab-Grown Diamond Sold: All You Need To Know

04 Jul 2024

The largest lab-grown diamond in India has been sold by Bengaluru-based Krishniah Chetty Group of Jewellers. The remarkable 20.06-carat emerald-cut gem, featuring an F colour and VS1 clarity, exemplifies beauty, innovation, and sustainability, according to an official statement. This exceptional diamond was sold under the group's new sub-brand, crash.club, which...

Mumbai Airport Customs Seize ₹6.46 Crore in Diamonds and Gold

23 Apr 2024

Customs officials at Mumbai airport discovered diamonds concealed in noodle packets and gold hidden on passengers and in their bags, with a total value of Rs. 6.46 crore, according to PTI citing an official. Last weekend, customs officials arrested eight passengers found with over 6.815 kg of gold worth Rs....

20,000 Workers Lose Jobs As Diamond Demand Declines

06 Jan 2023

Surat is famous for diamonds as it employs about 8 lakh workers in about 4000 cutting and polishing units. However, 60 to 70 percent of units are forced to work at their capacity, stated Damji Mavani, the secretary of the Surat Diamond Association (SDA) which also implies there is a...