Gold Rate Today: Inflation shock in the new year, huge jump in gold prices; Know today’s price in your city

The beginning of the new year 2026 was no less than a shock for the common customers. Especially for those who were planning to buy gold this year. After the fall in the prices of gold and silver in the last days of December 2025, it was expected that the prices of gold would come down further in the new year. But as soon as January started, gold gained momentum and a huge jump in prices was seen.

While on one hand gold has become expensive, on the other hand there has been a decline in the prices of silver. This change has forced both investors and common customers to think about which direction the market will take in the coming days.

Friday, 2 January 2026A huge rise was recorded in the prices of 24 carat gold on . Price of 24 carat gold Rs 11,400 per 100 grams There has been an increase. After this the price of 100 grams 24 carat gold Rs 13,50,600 more than Rs 13,62,000 But reached.

If we talk about 10 grams, then it contains Rs 1,140 An increase of Rs. has been recorded. Now 10 grams of 24 carat gold Rs 1,35,060 more than Rs 1,36,200 But it is being sold. This rise has become a matter of concern for those customers who were preparing to buy gold for marriage or investment.

A uniform increase in the prices of 24 carat gold has been seen in all major cities of Maharashtra. Price of 10 grams 24 carat gold today in cities like Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Kolhapur, Jalgaon, Sangli and Baramati. Rs 1,36,200 has been recorded, whereas yesterday the same price Rs 1,35,060 Was.

Its direct impact is visible on the jewelery market. According to bullion traders, due to the rise in prices, purchasing by customers may be limited at present.

There has been a sharp rise in the prices of not only 24 carat but also 22 carat gold. price of 22 carat gold Rs 10,500 per 100 grams There has been an increase. After this the price of 100 grams 22 carat gold Rs 12,38,000 more than Rs 12,48,500 It is done.

Whereas the price of 10 grams of 22 carat gold Rs 1,050 An increase of Rs. has been recorded. Now 10 grams of 22 carat gold Rs 1,23,800 more than Rs 1,24,850 Has reached. Since only 22 carat gold is used in most of the jewellery, this increase can have a direct impact on the pockets of common customers.

An increase has also been recorded in the prices of 18 carat gold today. Price of 18 carat gold Rs 8,600 per 100 grams There has been an increase. After this the price of 100 grams of 18 carat gold Rs 10,12,900 more than Rs 10,21,500 It is done.

The price of 10 grams of 18 carat gold Rs 860 by increasing Rs 1,01,290 From Rs 1,02,150 Has occurred. This news is also not a relief for those buying jewelery on a low budget.

While there is a tremendous rise in the prices of gold, there has been a decline in the prices of silver. silver price decreased Rs 2,37,900 per kilogram But she has arrived. Market experts believe that due to industrial demand and international market trends, silver prices are currently under pressure.

This decline may prove to be a buying opportunity for some investors, especially those who are planning long-term investments.

According to market experts, there may be fluctuations in the prices of both gold and silver in the coming times. Global economic conditions, the strength of the dollar, interest rates and geopolitical situations—all impact the prices of precious metals.

However, some experts also believe that there may be a decline in the prices of gold and silver in the coming months, which may provide relief to the customers. At present, this rise in gold at the beginning of the new year remains the biggest discussion in the market.