Silver rises by ₹2,050 to ₹2.25 lakh per kg: Gold becomes costlier by ₹751 to ₹1.45 lakh

Gold and silver prices have fluctuated throughout 2026. So far this year, gold has become ₹12,000 more expensive. On December 31, 2025, 10 grams of gold was priced at over ₹1.33 lakh, compared with ₹1.45 lakh now.

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Silver rises by ₹2,050 to ₹2.25 lakh per kg: Gold becomes costlier by ₹751 to ₹1.45 lakh

According to commodity expert Ajay Kedia, gold and silver prices have fallen significantly from their record highs. Investors may consider investing in the precious metals at current levels, but should avoid making lump-sum investments.

Buy only certified gold: Always buy gold with a BIS hallmark. The hallmark identification number is alphanumeric, such as AZ4524.

What Happened

Hallmarking certifies the purity of the gold. Cross-check the price: Before buying, verify the gold's weight and the prevailing price from multiple sources, such as the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).

Gold and silver prices have fluctuated throughout 2026.
So far this year, gold has become ₹12,000 more expensive.
On December 31, 2025, 10 grams of gold was priced at over ₹1.33 lakh, compared with ₹1.45 lakh now.

Key Details

Gold prices vary based on purity, including 24-carat, 22-carat, and 18-carat gold. Magnet Test: Real silver does not stick to a magnet.

Meanwhile, silver prices have declined by ₹5,000 per kilogram.
Silver was priced at ₹2.30 lakh/kg on December 31, 2025, and has now fallen to ₹2.25 lakh/kg.
During this period, gold hit an all-time high of ₹1.76 lakh per 10 grams on January 29, while silver touched a record high of ₹3.86 lakh per kilogram.