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Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has cut gold prices by Tk 7,115 per bhori after four consecutive increases, setting the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,40,628 per bhori including VAT. The new prices came into effect at 10am on Saturday, BAJUS said in a notice. The association said the price of locally sourced Tejabi gold (pure gold) had declined, prompting it to revise gold prices after reviewing the overall market situation. Under the new rates, one bhori (11.664 grammes) of 22-carat gold will cost Tk 2,40,628, while 21-carat gold will be priced at Tk 2,29,781 per bhori. The price of 18-carat gold has been fixed at Tk 1,97,355 per bhori, while gold under the traditional system will cost Tk 1,61,196 per bhori. The revised prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, BAJUS said. However, labour charges will apply depending on the design of jewellery. As VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver jewellery, jewellers cannot collect VAT separately from customers. BAJUS also said its existing rules would remain applicable to jewellery exchange and purchase transactions, excluding specified VAT, labour charges and stone prices. The latest adjustment came four days after BAJUS raised gold prices by Tk 1,633 per bhori on Aug 25, setting the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,47,743 per bhori, including VAT. So far this year, gold prices have been adjusted 108 times in the domestic market. Prices have been raised 55 times, cut 52 times and adjusted once due to VAT. Silver prices also cut Alongside gold, BAJUS has also reduced silver prices by Tk 175 per bhori. The price of 22-carat silver has been set at Tk 5,307 per bhori, including VAT. The prices of 21-carat and 18-carat silver have been fixed at Tk 5,074 and Tk 4,374 per bhori, respectively. Silver under the traditional system will cost Tk 3,324 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 65 times so far this year, with 34 increases and 31 decreases.

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has again raised the price of gold in the domestic market, hiking the rate by Tk 1,633 per bhori for 22-carat gold. With the increase, the new price of 22-carat gold, including VAT, has been set at Tk 2,47,743 per bhori (11.664 grams), effective from 10am on Tuesday. In a notice issued on Tuesday morning, Bajus said the price of pure gold (tejabi) has increased in the local market, prompting the revision. According to the new rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,36,604 per bhori, 18-carat gold Tk 2,03,187 per bhori, and traditional gold (Sanatan) Tk 1,65,920 per bhori, all including VAT. Bajus said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, though making charges will apply depending on jewellery design. Since VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver ornaments, customers cannot be charged VAT separately. The organisation added that its existing rules on making charges, wastage and stone deductions will remain unchanged for ornament exchange and purchase. Bajus last adjusted gold prices on the morning of August 22, when the rate of 22-carat gold was increased by Tk 5,482 per bhori to Tk 2,46,110, including VAT. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 2,35,030 per bhori, 18-carat gold at Tk 2,01,846, and traditional gold at Tk 1,64,812 per bhori. So far in 2026, gold prices have been adjusted 107 times in the domestic market, with 55 hikes, 51 cuts, and one VAT adjustment. Meanwhile, silver prices remained unchanged. Currently, 22-carat silver is being sold at Tk 5,482 per bhori, 21-carat at Tk 5,249, 18-carat at Tk 4,491, and traditional silver at Tk 3,383 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 64 times so far in 2026, with 34 hikes and 30 cuts.

The Bangladesh Jeweller's Association (BAJUS) has once again raised gold prices in the local market, increasing the rate of 22-carat gold to Tk 2,46,110 per bhori. BAJUS announced the new rate in a notice on Saturday morning, effective from 10am the same day. The trade body said the price of pure gold has increased in the local market, prompting the revision of gold prices, inclusive of VAT. According to the new rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,35,030 per bhori (11.664 grams), while 18-carat gold will be priced at Tk 2,01,846 per bhori. Traditional gold will cost Tk 1,64,812 per bhori. BAJUS said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, though making charges will vary depending on ornament design. Since VAT is already included in the sale price of gold and silver ornaments, jewellers cannot charge VAT separately from customers. The association's existing rules for ornament exchange and purchase, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs, will remain unchanged. BAJUS last adjusted gold prices on August 20, when the rate of 22-carat gold, including VAT, was raised by Tk 3,849 to Tk 2,40,628 per bhori. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 2,29,781 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 1,97,355 per bhori, and traditional gold at Tk 1,61,196 per bhori, rates that had also come into effect from 10am that day. With Saturday's adjustment, BAJUS has revised gold prices 106 times so far in 2026, raising rates 54 times, lowering them 51 times, and adjusting VAT once. Silver prices were also raised alongside gold. The price of 22-carat silver, including VAT, was increased by Tk 175 to Tk 5,482 per bhori. The new rate for 21-carat silver stands at Tk 5,249 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 4,491 per bhori, and traditional silver at Tk 3,383 per bhori. BAJUS has adjusted silver prices 64 times in 2026, with 34 upward revisions and 30 downward revisions.

Customs intelligence officials have seized 1.812 kg of gold bars and sheets worth around  Tk 3.73 crore from a vehicle in the outer roundabout area of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka. Acting on a tip-off, officials of the Air Freight Circle of the Customs Intelligence and Investigation Directorate (CIID) with assistance from intelligence agencies present at the scene, stopped the vehicle for a search. The driver, identified as Md Shamim Miah, abandoned the vehicle and fled when it was stopped for inspection, according to CIID officials. After search 14 gold bars and 12 pieces of gold sheets were recovered. A further search recovered three mobile phones, including a new iPhone 17 Pro and two used phones, Tk 1,07,585 in cash, a used laptop, eight debit and credit cards of different banks, two driving licences and a National Identity Card, among other items. The seized items were subsequently inventoried at the Customs Hall by CIID officials and employees.

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) on Saturday raised the price of gold by Tk 4,374 per bhori, setting the price of 22-carat gold, including VAT, at Tk 234,038 per bhori. BAJUS announced the new rate in a notice issued on Saturday morning, saying it will take effect from 10am the same day. The trade body said the price adjustment was made in view of the rising price of pure gold in the local market. According to the new rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 223,541 per bhori, 18-carat gold Tk 191,931 per bhori, and traditional gold Tk 156,822 per bhori, all inclusive of VAT. BAJUS said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery outlets across the country until further notice, though making charges will vary depending on the design of ornaments. Since VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver ornaments, it cannot be charged separately from customers, the notice added. Existing BAJUS rules on ornament exchange and purchase, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs will remain unchanged. The previous price adjustment was made on the morning of August 7, when BAJUS cut the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 3,266 per bhori to Tk 229,664, including VAT. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 219,342, 18-carat at Tk 188,374, and traditional gold at Tk 153,848 per bhori, effective from 10am that day. With Saturday's revision, the price of gold has been adjusted 100 times in the local market so far this year, with 49 increases, 50 decreases, and one VAT-related adjustment. While gold prices went up, the price of silver remained unchanged in the domestic market. Currently, 22-carat silver, including VAT, is being sold at Tk 4,899 per bhori. Silver of 21-carat, 18-carat and traditional grades are being sold at Tk 4,666, Tk 4,024 and Tk 3,033 per bhori, respectively. Silver prices have been adjusted 61 times so far this year, with 31 increases and 30 decreases, according to BAJUS.

Jewellery brand SHREE Jewellers has shared details of the custom-made gold jewellery created for actress Rashmika Mandanna's wedding to actor Vijay Deverakonda, saying the entire design process took around 10 months. Rashmika and Vijay tied the knot in Udaipur on February 26, 2026. While their wedding photos drew widespread attention online, the bride's elaborate gold jewellery also became a major talking point. In an interview with NDTV, SHREE Jewellers said the project involved months of planning, design discussions, customisation, production and fitting sessions before the final look was completed. Rashmika's bridal jewellery featured 11 handcrafted gold pieces, including a layered choker, traditional harams, statement jhumkas, a jada billa (hair ornament), champasaralu, hathphool, mathapatti, nose pin, bangles, bajuband, waist belt and anklets. According to the jeweller, the collection was inspired by the grandeur of South Indian architecture. The bridal look was designed to reflect the image of a goddess, while Vijay's jewellery was created to give him the appearance of a royal king. Among the standout pieces was a layered Lakshmi rani haar featuring multiple strands, four paisley-shaped pendants and a Goddess Lakshmi motif at the centre. Rashmika also wore a gold pendant choker decorated with gold pearls and a large central pendant, along with intricately designed peacock jhumkas featuring twin peacock motifs. Another highlight was an ornate gold jada hair accessory with sculpted gold work and cascading chains designed to complement her hairstyle. Sharing images of the bridal jewellery on Instagram, SHREE Jewellers said each piece reflected tradition and craftsmanship, describing the collection as a tribute to heritage. The jeweller also designed Vijay Deverakonda's wedding jewellery, which featured motifs of elephants and tigers symbolising wisdom and strength, along with floral patterns and traditional Nakshi engraving. His jewellery included gold ear studs, a short necklace, a long necklace, a wrist cuff, an arm cuff, ankle kadas and a ring worn on his little finger. Source: NDTV

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has raised the prices of gold for the second consecutive day, pushing the rate of 22-carat gold up by Tk 2,741 per bhori to Tk 2,24,182, inclusive of VAT. In a notice issued Wednesday morning, Bajus said the revision followed a rise in the price of pure gold in the local market, prompting the fresh adjustment. The new rate came into effect from 10am the same day. Under the revised pricing, each bhori (11.664 grams) of 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,14,093, while 18-carat gold has been set at Tk 1,83,883 per bhori. Traditional gold will sell at Tk 1,50,232 per bhori, the notice said. Bajus said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery outlets until further notice, though making charges will continue to apply depending on ornament design. Since VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver ornaments, jewellers cannot charge it separately from customers.   The association added that its existing rules on exchange and repurchase of ornaments, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs, will remain unchanged. The previous adjustment came on the morning of July 21, when Bajus raised the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 1,633 per bhori to Tk 2,21,441, inclusive of VAT. So far in 2026, the price of gold has been revised 93 times in the domestic market, increased on 45 occasions, decreased on 47, and adjusted once for VAT. Alongside gold, the price of silver was also raised. The rate of 22-carat silver went up by Tk 175 per bhori to Tk 4,782. Similarly, 21-carat silver is now selling at Tk 4,549 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 3,907, and traditional silver at Tk 2,974 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 57 times so far this year, with 29 increases and 28 decreases.

The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) on Tuesday raised the price of gold in the domestic market, after two consecutive cuts, fixing the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,21,441 per bhori, including VAT. In a notice issued in the morning, BAJUS said the decision was taken in view of a rise in the price of pure gold in the local market, and the new rate came into effect from 10 am the same day. According to the revised rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,11,468 per bhori, 18-carat gold Tk 1,81,608 per bhori, and traditional gold Tk 1,48,366 per bhori, all inclusive of VAT. BAJUS said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery outlets until further notice, though making charges will continue to apply depending on the design of ornaments. Since VAT is already included in the sale price of gold and silver ornaments, jewellers cannot charge it separately from customers. The association also said its existing rules on ornament exchange and repurchase, excluding specified VAT, making charges and the value of stones, will remain unchanged. BAJUS had last adjusted gold prices on the morning of July 14, when the rate of 22-carat gold, including VAT, was cut by Tk 2,158 to Tk 2,19,808 per bhori. So far in 2026, gold prices have been revised 92 times in the domestic market, increased on 44 occasions, decreased on 47 occasions, and adjusted once for VAT. Despite the rise in gold prices, silver prices remained unchanged. Currently, 22-carat silver is being sold at Tk 4,607 per bhori, 21-carat at Tk 4,374, 18-carat at Tk 3,791, and traditional silver at Tk 2,858 per bhori.

The Bangladesh Jewellers Association on Monday reduced the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 3,266 per bhori (11.664 grams), following a decline in the local market price of pure gold. In a statement issued on Monday, BAJUS said the new prices, inclusive of VAT, took effect from 12:15pm after reviewing the overall market situation and the fall in the price of tejabi gold (pure gold) in the domestic market. Under the revised rates, the price of 22-carat gold has been fixed at Tk 225,290 per bhori, including VAT. The price of 21-carat gold has been set at Tk 215,142 per bhori, while 18-carat gold will cost Tk 184,758 per bhori. Gold produced under the traditional method has been priced at Tk 150,932 per bhori. BAJUS said the new rates will remain effective at all jewellery outlets across the country until further notice. However, making charges will vary depending on the design of the jewellery. The association also said customers cannot be charged VAT separately, as VAT is already included in the retail price of gold and silver ornaments. Existing BAJUS rules regarding jewellery exchange and buyback, excluding specified VAT, making charges and the value of gemstones, will remain unchanged. The latest revision comes just three days after BAJUS raised gold prices on July 3, increasing the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 4,374 per bhori to Tk 228,556, including VAT. With the latest adjustment, gold prices have been revised 87 times in Bangladesh so far in 2026. Of those, prices were increased on 43 occasions, reduced 43 times, while one adjustment was made to reflect changes in VAT. Despite the reduction in gold prices, silver prices remain unchanged. Currently, 22-carat silver is selling at Tk 4,899 per bhori, while 21-carat silver is priced at Tk 4,666 per bhori. The price of 18-carat silver stands at Tk 4,024 per bhori, and traditionally manufactured silver is selling at Tk 3,033 per bhori.

The Bangladesh Jeweller’s Association (BAJUS) raised the price of gold for the second consecutive day on Friday, pushing up the rate of 22-carat gold by 4,374 per bhori. The organisation announced the new price through a notice in the morning. According to the new rate, each bhori (11.664 grams) of 22-carat gold will now cost Tk 228,556 in the domestic market, including VAT. BAJUS also fixed the price of 21-carat gold at Tk 218,292 per bhori, 18-carat gold at Tk 187,440 per bhori, and traditional gold at Tk 153,148 per bhori. The association last revised the gold price on July 2, raising it by Tk 2,216 per bhori to set the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 224,182, including VAT. It said the new price will remain effective at all jewellery outlets across the country until further notice, though making charges will apply depending on the design of the ornaments. Since VAT is included in the sale price of gold and silver ornaments, jewellers cannot charge VAT separately from customers. The association's existing rules will continue to be applicable to exchange and purchase of ornaments, excluding specified VAT, making charges and the cost of stones. So far, the price of gold has been adjusted 86 times in the domestic market this year, with 43 hikes, 42 cuts, and one VAT adjustment. Alongside gold, the price of silver has also been increased. The price of 22-carat silver has been set at Tk 4,899 per bhori, up by Tk 117. The price of 21-carat silver has been fixed at Tk 4,666 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 4,024 per bhori, and traditional silver at Tk 3,033 per bhori. The price of silver has been adjusted 53 times so far this year, with 27 hikes and 26 cuts.