The Indian government revises its import policy for certain silver bars by tightening eligibility requirements. Multiple reports say that silver bars with at least 99.9% purity by weight, along with other silver bars classified under specific HS codes, are no longer freely importable. Under the updated policy, the category that previously allowed imports on a “Free” basis is shifted to “Restricted,” meaning importers must obtain authorisation before shipping such goods. Business Standard reports that the revised rule applies to silver bars meeting the 99.9% threshold and to additional silver bars falling under specified tariff classifications. Mint similarly notes that the policy for 99.9% or higher purity silver bars changes from “Free” to “Restricted.” India Today also reports that permits are now required for this 99.9% purity category. While the sources differ slightly in wording, they consistently describe the same core measure: import of high-purity (99.9%+) silver bars now requires prior permission, and the measure is tied to the purity threshold and defined HS code categories.