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【India】Only This Will Now Be Called a Real Diamond in the Country: Know the New Rule Before Buying Diamonds

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Editor’s NoteIndia has introduced a new regulation stipulating that the term “diamond” can only refer to natural diamonds. This change aims to…

【India】Know the Government’s New Rule Before Buying Diamonds: Only This Will Now Be Considered Real Diamond

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Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the new Indian standard IS 19469:2025, which aims to clarify terminology for natural diamonds and their…

【India】BIS Notifies New Diamond Terminology Standard

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Editor’s NoteThis article discusses India’s new national standard for diamond terminology, which aims to enhance consumer protection and transparency…

【Surat, India】BIS Mandates Clear Labelling for Lab-Grown Diamonds

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Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant regulatory shift in India’s diamond industry, where new BIS standards now restrict the term…

【New Delhi, I】Real or Fake Gold? Learn 5 Ways to Check, Shopkeepers Won’t Be Able to Fool You

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Editor’s NoteThis report highlights a concerning trend of gold purity fraud, where consumers are sold lower-carat gold than advertised. It serves as…

【India】New Hallmarking Rule for Silver Jewellery Effective from September 1: Instant Verification of Authenticity

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Editor’s NoteNew hallmarking standards for silver jewellery will be introduced in India starting September 1, 2025. Initially voluntary, the system…

【India】Hallmarking Now Mandatory for 9-Carat Gold as New Rule Takes Effect

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Editor’s NoteThe Bureau of Indian Standards has expanded its mandatory hallmarking regime to include 9-carat gold jewelry, effective this July. This…