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Hallmarking fee added to your bill? Don't pay if you buy these gold items on Dhanteras 2026

As per the BIS guidelines, there are several gold articles on which the Rs 75 gold hallmarking fee is not applied. These include gold watch and fountain pain, among others. Many jewellery pieces also include two or more parts which may be joined together, like in earrings or necklaces. For…

The Economic Times · Nov 4

Silver rate today (November 3, 2026): IBJA’s silver price falls by Rs 2,672/kg in one session; Rs 16,142/kg since October 28; check latest rates

Silver price today: Silver jewellery prices as per the India Bullion and Jewellers Association decreased on November 3, 2026. Buyers are encouraged to compare prices and check for purity before making purchases. Hallmarking for silver jewellery has been voluntary since October 2005.

The Economic Times · Nov 3

Buying gold jewellery this Dhanteras? You need to pay 67% more on this fee - here's how your final bill will look

In September 2026, just ahead of the start of the festive season, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) had revised the hallmarking charges applicable to gold and silver articles. Gold hallmarking was made mandatory in June 2021 to enhance the credibility of gold jewellery. Yes, jewellers add the fee to…

The Economic Times · Nov 3

How to Buy Your First Silk Saree: Zari, Weight, Border and the Right Questions to Ask

Start With the Weave, Not the ColourThe colour catches your eye first. That is exactly what the seller is counting on. Before you react to the shade, turn the saree over. On a genuine handloom silk, Kanjivaram, Banarasi, Paithani, Pochampally, the reverse side shows the same pattern with only slightly…

Times Life · Sep 6

The New Gold Scam Nobody Notices Until It’s Too Late

What if the gold you trust the most isn’t actually what it claims to be? It looks flawless, carries a hallmark, and feels completely genuine. But here’s the uncomfortable truth even hallmarks can be faked. Every day, people unknowingly pay for high-quality gold and receive something far less valuable. The…

MyLifeXP · Apr 26

Drinking water unit closed

Bureau of Indian Standards seizes fake ISI marked packaged drinking water in Tindivanam, urges consumers to verify authenticity.

The Hindu · May 15, 2024

Union MoS visits BIS Hyderabad office

Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ashwini Kumar Choubey visited the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) branch office here on Thursday and interacted with various stakeholders.

The Hindu · May 12, 2023

BIS opens doors of AHCs for testing un-hallmarked jewelleries

NEW DELHI: Now consumers can get the purity test done for their un-hallmarked jewelleries at any Assaying and Hallmarking Centres (AHCs) across the country, which have been recognised by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

The Times of India · Mar 11, 2022

State-level panel discusses creation of standardisation cells

Creation of standardisation cells in the State to act as a channel of communication among the government agencies, industry and Bureau of Indian Standards was discussed at a State-level committee meeting held at the Secretariat in the city on Monday.

The Hindu · Mar 7, 2022

Toy shops raided by BIS

A search and seizure raid was conducted by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) at Toy Kingdom and Just For U outlets at City Center Mall in Banjara Hills and at Hamleys in PVR Next Galleria Mall, Punjagu

The Hindu · Jan 23, 2022