<h1>Labourer Finds 2.53 Carats of Diamonds on Leased Plot; Stones Sent for Regular Auction, Proceeds Netted After 12% Deductions</h1> A woman labourer discovered eight diamonds (2.53 carats) on a leased eight-metre mining plot in Panna, deposited them with the district diamond office, and the stones will be auctioned at the regular quarterly diamond sale. Under the local mining regime, auction proceeds are subject to a 12% government deduction (11% royalty and 1% TDS) with the balance payable to the discoverer. The transaction follows administrative auction procedures involving registered traders, and final recoverable value to the finder will depend on auction results and applicable statutory deductions.