Indian PM Gifts a Diamond to the US First Lady

Obsessed with diamonds? Know about the diamond gifted by Mr. Modi to the US First Lady. Source: Rediff

A Lab-gown Masterpiece

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Where and when it was gifted

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Significance of this lab-grown diamond

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Symbolism of the 7.5 carat diamond

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About its papier mâché box

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What was Jill Biden’s reaction

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Other gifts from Mr Modi

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