Silver hallmarking: Govt rolls out voluntary system to check metal purity; check details

Starting September 1, the government introduces voluntary hallmarking for silver jewellery, enhanced by a digital HUID system for quality assurance. BIS updated standards to include seven purity grades, allowing consumers to verify authenticity via the BIS Care app. Over 3.2 million silver articles were hallmarked in FY24-25, with BIS conducting awareness campaigns ahead of the rollout.