December 9, 2024

India’s gold reserves surge to 882 tonnes in October 2024

India’s gold reserves reached 882 tonnes in October 2024, with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) adding 27 tonnes, marking a five-fold rise in gold purchases […]
December 9, 2024

Saudi Arabia signs Trillion-dollar deals with mining and metals giants from Chinese, Indian and Australian

To cut oil reliance, Saudi Arabia has signed deals with Chinese, Indian and Australian companies. With growing interest in its massive mineral reserves, mining and metals […]
December 9, 2024

Demand for lab-grown diamond jewellery to reach over Rs 6 lakh crores during this year’s wedding boom

Sustainability and eco-consciousness seem particularly evident in jewellery selections, where 45 per cent of brides now prefer lab-grown diamonds, especially for engagement rings. Wedding vendors are […]
December 8, 2024

Botswana’s economy contracted by 1.7% this year due to prolonged downturn diamond sales

Botswana’s Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe, who is also the Vice President, warned lawmakers that the economy was exposed to further challenges which could deepen what would […]