Diamond jewellery sales in India set to increase 15% - 20% on sharp rise in gold prices

Indian diamond jewellery retailers anticipate a 15% - 20% increase in sales during the 2026 festive season, driven primarily by the sharp rise in gold prices which prompts consumers to consider diamond jewellery in more affordable price range...

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South Africa mining output falls 12.7% in August on weak PGMs, coal and iron ore

South Africa's mining output declined 12.7% year-on-year in August, according to Statistics South Africa, with platinum group metals, coal, and iron ore accounting for the largest negative contributions.

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Aterian expands copper footprint at Azrar project in Morocco

Aterian has identified multiple copper showings and substantially expanded the known mineralisation footprint at the Amane Target of its 85%-owned Azrar Copper-Silver project in Morocco, following initial exploration fieldwork.

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Russia’s Ministry of Natural Resources identifies region with largest platinum and palladium deposits

Russia retains second place globally in terms of platinum and palladium reserves, while the largest deposits of these metals are concentrated in Krasnoyarsk Territory, according to the Russian Ministry of Natural Resources.

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Tharisa meets FY2026 guidance, Karo Platinum fully funded as net debt swings to $51m

Tharisa has reported full-year production in line with guidance for both platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome concentrates, while confirming its Karo Platinum project in Zimbabwe is now fully funded following a $300 million bond issue.

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Ecosummit to be held in Krasnoyarsk

23 september 2021

“Eco-Summit: Siberian Perspective” will kick-start on October 1. It will be held in Krasnoyarsk, on the territory of the Bobrovy Log fan park. During the discussion club experts will share their experience on the conservation of ecosystem biodiversity of the UN SDGs and the role of volunteering in biodiversity conservation.

The organizers are Norilsk Nickel, the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation, the National Council for Corporate Volunteering, and the Association of Russian Managers. Partners: EcoCenter "Reserves", CF "Zapovednoye Embassy", Association "National Network of the Global Compact».

As part of the event, round tables will be held: “Business practices for the conservation of biodiversity. Exchange of experience”, “Science for biodiversity conservation”.

On October 2, an Ecoforum of volunteers will take place on the territory of the Krasnoyarsk Pillars National Park, during which they will equip territories and trails, create ornithological and inclusive grounds.

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