Photographic Highlights of the Meeting Between the Chairman National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) and the Executive Committee of the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA). The meeting was held on the 7th of June 2010 at the office of the new Chairman NGJA, Mr Anil Koswatte. Photos courtesy, NGJA. Donation of Silver to Low […]
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Trade Fair and Exhibition Guide for 2010 by NGJA (For the jewellery and gem industry) The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA), Sri Lanka has released many publications for the year 2010. Some of the publications have been available for some time while others have been released recently. Most of the publications are FREE to registered members of the […]
The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) distributed silver to low income group (Samurdhi beneficiaries) jewellery manufacturers in the Western Province. The presentation ceremony was held on the 13th of May 2010 at the ‘NGJA’ Auditorium. Several senior executives of the NGJA attended the presentation ceremony, including Mr Ajith Perera, the Acting Deputy Director General […]
By Ajith Perera Actg. Deputy Director General, National Gem and Jewellery Authority. Sri Lanka has been celebrated for its gems almost since the dawn of history. It is an accepted fact that Sri Lanka is one of the largest sources of some of the finest gemstones in the world. There are a number of priceless treasures on […]
According to a report by the ‘Times of India’, the Surat diamond community has requested the officials of the Gujarat state government to provide an International Airport. The diamantaries believe that an international airport would facilitate export and import of rough and polished diamonds. Surat is the worlds largest diamond cutting and polishing center. About 80% of the worlds […]
The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) Sri Lanka, in a recent press release dated Tuesday 06th April 2010 reminded foreigners and tourists of the ‘Free Gem Testing Service’ provided by them. When you are in Sri Lanka make every effort to purchase a Sapphire of unrivalled quality at an affordable price – a fitting […]
The Olympia Diamond Collection has been on exhibit since September 2009 at the American Museum of Natural History. The exhibit which was initially scheduled to round up by February 2010 has been extended, until further notice. The exhibit is showcased at the Morgan Memorial Hall of Gems of the AMNH. The AMNH receives over 4 […]
Alrosa, the Russian diamond mining giant has signed a three year deal with Indian diamond manufacturers. The three year supply deal with three of India’s leading diamond manufacturers, Rosy Blue, Ratilal Becharial and Diamond India Ltd. was signed in New Delhi. The deal signed amounted to US$ 490 million. In 2009 Alrosa sold US$ 500 […]
The China International Gold, Jewellery and Gem Fair, Shenzhen is presently taking place (9th to the 12th of March 2010). The list of Sri Lankan participants at the fair are as follows: Sri Lanka Gem & Jewellery Agency Furqan Ali & Sons Multi Gems Karandana Gems & Tours (pvt) Ltd. M.R.H.Naina Marikar & Sons Ruby […]
The staff of the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA), Sri Lanka had a meeting with some of the staff from the Gemmological Institute of Italy. The meeting which took place on the 20th of February, 2010 was held at the board room of the NGJA. Click to enlarge The meeting was attended by Hasitha […]