Law Updates

The Central Government has, under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, issued the Hallmarking of Gold Jewellery and Gold Artefacts (Amendment) Order, 2025. This revision replaces the appendix in the 2020 Hall Marking Order with an updated version that revises the technical standards and provisions for hallmarking gold jewellery and artefacts. The updated annex contains clearer standards for purity levels, marking processes, and certification requirements to support consumer protection and ensure uniform standards across the industry. This amendment comes into force immediately after publication in the Official Gazette, strengthening the role of the Bureau of Indian Standards in regulating gold hallmarking practices.