Gold Prices Drop by Over ₹1,300 Per 10 Grams; Silver Plummets by ₹2,844
On April 6, 2026, gold futures experienced a significant drop of over ₹1,380 per 10 grams and silver plummeted by more than ₹2,844 in India's major cities. These fluctuations affect consumers and investors alike.
Highlights
- •Gold prices dropped by over ₹1,380 per 10 grams on the first trading day of April 6, 2026.
- •Silver saw a significant decline, dropping by over ₹2,844 per kilogram compared to its previous close.
- •Cities like Delhi and Mumbai reported different gold rates for various karats.
- •The price of one kilogram silver in major cities ranges from ₹2,50,000 to ₹2,54,900.
Gold prices took a downward turn on the first trading day of April 6, 2026, experiencing a significant drop that has left many investors feeling encouraged. According to the Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures opened with a decline of more than ₹1,300 per 10 grams. This marks a notable drop from the previous closing price on Thursday.
Key Price Movements
- The rate for 24-karat gold plummeted to ₹148,298 per 10 grams, marking a downfall of ₹1,382 from its closing price on the previous Thursday.
- Silver, on the other hand, experienced an even more significant fall. The drop was approximately ₹2,844 per kilogram, making it significantly cheaper than how it closed on the preceding trading day.
Moving to specific regions, we can observe that in Delhi, 24-karat gold stands at ₹151,070 per 10 grams. Meanwhile, the price for 22-karat gold is ₹138,490 per 10 grams and 18-carat gold sells for ₹113,340 per 10 grams.
Mumbai prices mirror a similar trend with 24-karat gold priced at ₹150,920 per 10 grams. The rate for 22-karat gold is ₹138,340 per 10 grams and the price of 18-carat gold is ₹113,190 per 10 grams.
In Chennai, the cost of 24-carat gold is ₹152,170 per 10 grams. For 22-karat gold, the price is ₹139,490 per 10 grams; while for 18-carat gold, it has reached ₹116,340 per 10 grams.
Similarly, in Kolkata and Patna, the prices are as follows: 24-karat gold in Kolkata is priced at ₹149,130 per 10 grams; while in Patna, it is at ₹150,970. The rates for 22-carat and 18-carat gold can also be checked accordingly.
The price of 1 kg白银 across major cities varies. In Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Patna, it stands at ₹2,50,000 per kilogram; whereas in Chennai, it is a bit higher at ₹2,54,900.
Cheaper gold and silver offer great opportunities for consumers looking to make purchases. Investors should keep an eye on the MCX to stay updated with the latest prices.
