Big fall in gold prices! Gold slips below Rs 1.50 lakh, prices fall in these cities including Delhi-Mumbai; See today’s rate:
New Delhi. The shine of gold is continuously fading in the Indian bullion market. On the morning of Saturday, March 21, 2026, a big fall was once again recorded in gold prices, due to which the price of 24 carat gold has fallen below the psychological level of Rs 1.50 lakh. Now the price of 10 grams of gold in the country’s capital Delhi has become Rs 1,49,050. Amidst global pressure and economic uncertainties, investors are now looking for other safe investment options, which is having a direct impact on the demand for gold.
Why are gold prices falling?
According to market experts and economic analysts, there are three main global signals behind the pressure on gold:
Strict stance of central banks: To control inflation, global central banks have adopted a strict stance on policy rates (interest rates).
Dollar strength: Gold remains under pressure due to favorable dollar signals and economic uncertainty globally.
Crude Oil: The increase in crude oil prices in the international market has also disturbed the market equations. Presently spot gold in the international market $4,663.54 per ounce But is doing business.
Condition of metros: Gold reached near Rs 1.49 lakh
A huge reduction in gold prices has been seen in major cities of the country today. 24 carat gold rate in cities like Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru Rs 1,48,900 It has come down to per 10 grams. At the same time, jewelery gold (22 carat) in these cities Rs 1,36,540 Selling at Rs.
Today’s gold rate in major cities (21 March 2026)
| City | 22 carat (₹/10 grams) | 24 carat (₹/10 grams) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 1,36,690 | 1,49,050 |
| Lucknow | 1,36,690 | 1,49,050 |
| Mumbai | 1,36,540 | 1,48,900 |
| Ahmedabad | 1,36,590 | 1,48,950 |
| Chennai | 1,36,540 | 1,48,900 |
Silver prices also continue to soften
Along with gold, silver is also becoming cheaper. silver price this morning Rs 2,54,900 per kg Has been registered. Spot price of silver in international market $72.18 per ounce But it is built. Although it had seen a slight recovery a day earlier, the long-term trends are still pointing towards a decline.
SBI’s big gift to customers
Amidst the recession in the bullion market, good news has come from the banking sector. The country’s largest bank SBI (State Bank of India) has increased its fixed deposit (FD) interest rates, which will provide relief to investors who are looking for safe and fixed returns apart from gold.
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