BIS Notifies New Diamond Terminology Standard
India adopts IS 19469:2025 on January 15, 2026, reserving the term “diamond” exclusively for natural diamonds, mandating clear disclosure for laboratory-grown diamonds to address consumer confusion and standardize trade practices.
BIS Notifies Diamond Disclosure Standard IS 19469:2025
BIS has notified IS 19469:2025 in Mumbai, adopting the ISO diamond disclosure norms, following the GJEPC initiative, to strengthen consumer transparency as India’s diamond jewellery demand expands nationwide.
BIS Makes Silver Jewellery Hallmarking Mandatory from September; Gold Regulations Expanded
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced that hallmarking of silver jewellery will become mandatory starting September 1, marking a significant expansion of quality controls in India's precious metals market.
India Bullion & Jewellers Association Calls for Self-Hallmarking of Silver Jewellery
The India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA) has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to implement mandatory self-hallmarking for silver products by jewellers, rather than relying on external hallmarking agencies.
India Extends Mandatory Hallmarking to Include 9-Carat Gold
In a major consumer protection move, the Indian government has extended its hallmarking mandate to cover 9-karat gold jewellery, effective July 2025. Previously, hallmarking requirements only applied to gold pieces of 14K, 18K, and 22K standard.
Surat jewellers push for hallmarking of 10K gold as affordable jewellery gains ground
With gold prices touching new highs, Surat's jewellery manufacturing industry is seeking formal recognition for a more affordable category: 10 karat gold
Gold Hallmarking Initiative Sees Significant Growth in 2024, Boosting Consumer Confidence: Department of Consumer Affairs
The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) has marked 2024 as a milestone year for its gold hallmarking initiative, reporting significant progress in ensuring the authenticity and quality of gold jewellery across India
Government to Mandate Hallmarking for 9-Karat Gold Jewellery
In a significant policy shift aimed at addressing both consumer demand and safety concerns, the Indian government is set to make hallmarking of 9-karat (KT) gold jewellery mandatory
BIS Takes Firm Action Against Jewellers Violating HUID Display Rules
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has intensified its crackdown on jewellers who fail to display the Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number on gold ornaments, as mandated by a 2023 regulation
Gold Industry Calls for Hallmarking of 9-Carat Jewellery Amid Soaring Prices
As gold and silver prices surge to unprecedented levels, the gold trade has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to introduce hallmarking and Hallmarking Unique Identification (HUID) numbers for 9-carat gold jewellery
BIS Conducts Raid on Mira Road Jewellery Store Selling Non-Hallmarked Gold Jewellery
Mira Road jewellery shop faces scrutiny for violating hallmarking regulations by selling non-compliant gold jewellery
Government of India Expands Mandatory Hallmarking to Additional 55 Districts In Third Phase
The Indian Government has rolled out the third phase of mandatory hallmarking in its ongoing endeavour to ensure the authenticity and purity of gold jewellery and artefacts. Effective as of 8th September, 2023, this development aims to cover an additional 55 districts under the hallmarking system
BIS organises awareness program for jewellers
The Jammu & Kashmir Branch Office of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a Jewellers Awareness Program at Maya Hotel Jalandhar, aimed at disseminating information about the mandatory HUID marks.
Compulsory hallmarking of gold bullion is not going to become mandatory from July 1
The compulsory hallmarking of gold bullion is not going to become mandatory from July 1 as the Centre has only begun consultations with stakeholders.
Government allows sale of declared, hallmarked gold ornaments until June 30.
On Friday, the Department of Consumer Affairs issued an order titled "Hallmarking of Gold Jewellery and Gold Artefacts (Second Amendment) Order, 2023," which has been endorsed by Nidhi Khare, the Additional Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs.
