Gold Rate17 March: Slight improvement in prices today, know the latest rates of 24K, 22K and 18K.

News India Live, Digital Desk: An average increase of ₹ 1,100 to ₹ 1,300 per 10 grams has been seen in gold prices in major cities of India today, which is considered a ‘recovery’ after the big fall yesterday (March 16).1. Today’s price according to carat (Average rate per 10 grams)PurityToday’s price (17 March)Yesterday’s price (16 March)Change 24 carat (99.9%)₹1,58,620₹1,57,420+ ₹1,20022 carat (91.6%)₹1,45,400₹1,44,300+ ₹1,10018 Carat (75.0%)₹1,18,970₹1,18,070+ ₹90014 Carat (58.5%)₹92,860₹92,860₹0 (Fixed)2. 24K gold rate (per 10 grams) in major cities Chennai: ₹ 1,59,820 (most expensive) Delhi: ₹ 1,58,770 Mumbai / Kolkata / Bengaluru: ₹ 1,58,620 Lucknow: ₹ 1,59,2803. Main reasons for change in prices: Global tension: Due to the increasing conflict between America, Israel and Iran, investors are turning to gold as a safe investment. US Federal Reserve: The market is waiting for the Federal Reserve meeting to be held this week. Gold prices remain under pressure due to less possibility of interest rate cut. Crude Oil Prices: There is a possibility of inflation increasing due to rise in energy prices, which is affecting the demand for gold.