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Rare 24-carat Bulgari pink diamond sells for over $14.6 million at Christie's Geneva auction

The Bulgari Pink, a stunning 24-carat pink diamond, fetched a remarkable $14.6 million at a recent auction. This exquisite gem, with roots tracing back to the 1950s, is prized not only for its beauty but also its provenance from the legendary Golconda mines in India. Such sales underscore a persistent…

The Times of India · 18h ago

The Qutb Shahi Tombs at Golconda: Hyderabad's Most Overlooked Medieval Heritage Site

You have already passed themYou came to Golconda for the fort. You clapped at the acoustic demonstration near the entrance, climbed to the Bala Hisar pavilion, looked out over Hyderabad's sprawl, and then walked back down to the auto-rickshaw. On the way out, through the window, you passed a cluster…

Times Life · Sep 17

Daulatabad Fort and Khuldabad: The Marathwada Stops Between Ajanta and Ellora Worth a Full Day Each

The Fort That Broke a Sultan's AmbitionDaulatabad fort sits on a volcanic plug 200 metres above the Deccan plain, and the climb to its summit will tell you exactly why Muhammad bin Tughluq thought it was the right place to move the entire capital of the Delhi Sultanate in 1327.…

Times Life · Sep 12

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From a shoe to RBI vault: The journey of the cursed Jacob diamond

The 184.75-carat Jacob Diamond is one of the world’s largest polished diamonds and is known for its unusual journey through Hyderabad’s royal court. Believed to have originated in the Golconda region, it was acquired by jeweller Alexander Malcolm Jacob, who tried to sell it to the sixth Nizam, Mir Mahboob…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

From Royalty to Retail: The Cultural Renaissance of the Indian Diamond

India's diamond legacy began with the legendary Golconda mines, once the world's primary source, yielding stones that adorned royalty and fueled early global trade. Today, India leads in diamond processing, transforming inherited skill into a sophisticated industry that blends tradition with modern innovation, showcasing its enduring cultural and economic influence…

The Economic Times · May 7

Security beefed up across Hyderabad city for Independence Day

Telangana police deploy 1,500 personnel for Independence Day security at Golconda Fort. Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao to hoist national flag at 10am. CASO conducted, two-wheelers, auto-rickshaws, gutka, liquor seized. CISF, bomb disposal squad, GRP, RPF on high alert.

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023

Central government too to celebrate tenth anniversary of Telangana

Centre too has plans to celebrate the 10th anniversary of formation of State of Telangana with a ceremonial flag hoisting at historic Golconda Fort and a cultural programme in the evening.

The Hindu · May 26, 2023

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Portion of Golconda Fort wall razed

Earthmover tore down wall built with large granite blocks last weekend

The Hindu · Jun 22, 2022

Bereft of attention, 430-year-old Hathiyan ka Jhad stands alone

Ancient Baobab tree on Golconda Fort premises misses attention of visitors, thanks to govt. failure to promote it

The Hindu · Jun 11, 2022

History-sheeter nabbed by Golconda police in dramatic chase

A private hospital at Tolichowki was witness to a scene straight out of a movie on Wednesday night when a team of Golconda police chased and nabbed a 27-year-old history-sheeter of the Nampally polic

The Hindu · Feb 10, 2022

Hyderabad: ‘Lion’ of villains Ajit’s birth centenary today

HYDERABAD: Film buffs and city heritage activists are all set to mark the birth centenary of legendary Bollywood villain Ajit on Thursday. Hamid Ali Khan, better known by his screen name Ajit, was born on January 27, 1922, in Golconda in Hyderabad.

The Times of India · Jan 26, 2022

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