Indian arrested with Rs 9.7 mn gems

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An Indian national who had allegedly attempted to smuggle out gems worth Rs.9.7 million has been arrested by the Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

The suspect was arrested when he was at the airport to board a flight to Dubai and the gems were hidden inside a cigarette pack.

Gems weighing 200 karats have been recovered from the suspect.(DS)

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ANTON Sunday, 24 May 2015 11:48 AM

IS THAT EXACTLY 9.7 MN WORTH GEMS ???

ANTON Sunday, 24 May 2015 11:50 AM

MOST DEFINITELY HE IS NOT FROM TAMIL NADU, USUALLY TAMILS PREFER GOLD

ANTON Sunday, 24 May 2015 01:01 PM

WE ARE FORTUNATE TO LIVE IN A COUNTRY RICH IN GEMS AND DIAMONDS ...........

fay Sunday, 24 May 2015 07:36 PM

If gems r legal y cant take .tourist they buy taking via DM Android App

simon Sunday, 24 May 2015 09:01 PM

Has a reason why Indian tourist are increasing !

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