Gold prices rise for second day, silver dips across 10 cities

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Gold prices rise for second day, silver dips across 10 cities

News Summary

  • 24-carat gold increased by ₹10 per 10 grams on April 15.
  • 22-carat gold also rose by ₹10 per 10 grams today.
  • Silver fell by ₹100 per kilogram after one day of stability.
  • Chennai has the highest gold and silver prices among metros.

Gold prices climbed for the second consecutive day on April 15, 2026, while silver prices softened after a day of stability. In Delhi, 24-carat gold rose by ₹10 per 10 grams to ₹1,54,090, and 22-carat gold increased by the same amount to ₹1,41,260.

The two-day movement shows 24-carat gold prices have fallen ₹1,480 per 10 grams overall, while 22-carat gold dropped ₹1,360. Silver prices in Delhi decreased by ₹100 per kilogram to ₹2,54,900 today, following a ₹5,000 drop on April 13.

Gold Prices Across Major Indian Cities

Gold rates varied slightly across India’s major cities on April 15. Chennai recorded the highest prices at ₹1,55,140 for 24-carat gold per 10 grams, while Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad offered lower rates at ₹1,53,940.

Gold Prices in 10 Cities (April 15, 2026)

City 24K Gold (10g) 22K Gold (10g) 18K Gold (10g)
Delhi ₹1,54,090 ₹1,41,260 ₹1,15,610
Mumbai ₹1,53,940 ₹1,41,110 ₹1,15,460
Kolkata ₹1,53,940 ₹1,41,110 ₹1,15,460
Chennai ₹1,55,140 ₹1,42,210 ₹1,18,660
Bengaluru ₹1,53,940 ₹1,41,110 ₹1,15,460
Hyderabad ₹1,53,940 ₹1,41,110 ₹1,15,460
Lucknow ₹1,54,090 ₹1,41,260 ₹1,15,610
Patna ₹1,53,990 ₹1,41,160 ₹1,15,510
Jaipur ₹1,54,090 ₹1,41,260 ₹1,15,610
Ahmedabad ₹1,53,990 ₹1,41,160 ₹1,15,510

Silver Prices and Market Outlook

Silver prices fell across major metros after maintaining stability for one day. Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata recorded identical rates of ₹2,54,900 per kilogram. Chennai continued to have the highest silver price at ₹2,65,100 per kilogram among the four major metropolitan cities.

JM Financial Services analyst Pranav Mer attributed the price volatility to ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. The failed negotiations between the two countries have created uncertainty in precious metal markets. Gold prices gained as diplomatic channels reopened, but silver faced profit-booking pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did gold prices increase today?

Both 24-carat and 22-carat gold prices increased by ₹10 per 10 grams on April 15, 2026. This marks the second consecutive day of gains for gold prices.

Which city has the most expensive gold in India?

Chennai has the highest gold prices among major cities, with 24-carat gold at ₹1,55,140 per 10 grams. The city also has the most expensive silver at ₹2,65,100 per kilogram.

What is affecting gold and silver prices currently?

According to JM Financial Services, tensions between Iran and the United States are driving price volatility. Failed negotiations have created market uncertainty, affecting precious metal prices.

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Deepa Nair
News Reporter

Deepa Nair is SRMD Indian News's Senior Political Correspondent, reporting from New Delhi on Parliament, elections, and national policy for more than ten years. She has covered Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha sessions, tracked election campaigns across Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, and analysed landmark policy decisions from the Prime Minister's Office and Union Ministries. Deepa's reporting examines how central government schemes, from PM Awas Yojana to Ayushman Bharat, affect citizens at the grassroots level, drawing on data from the Election Commission of India and NITI Aayog. She holds a Master's degree in Political Science from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, and has contributed analyses to The Wire, Outlook India, and The Print.

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