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... Many Indians believe the diamond still belongs to India and that the British stole it.

The jewel came up when Mamdani was asked Wednesday about King Charles' visit.

"I would probably encourage him to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond," he said.
What's the significance of the Koh-i-Noor?

The 105.6-carat jewel is inside a crown given to Queen Elizabeth II's mother in 1937. It's on display at the Tower of London.

It has had many previous royal owners, including heads of the Mughal Empire, shahs of Iran, emirs of Afghanistan, and Sikh Maharajas, according to the Historic Royal Palaces.

In 2016, India's Culture Ministry said the government would make every possible effort to get the diamond back.

For many Indians, the loss of the Koh-i-Noor is symbolic of the country's subjugation under colonial rule.

Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan have also squabbled over who should have the jewel. ...