Gold and silver prices rose on April 30, 2026, in both domestic and international markets, marking the second consecutive day of gains and impacting jewellery markets and investor positioning.
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold prices were recorded at ₹1,49,268 per 10 grams at around 10:15 AM, reflecting an increase of approximately ₹266. During the session, gold touched a low of ₹1,49,069 and a high of ₹1,49,526. The rise in gold prices was attributed to global uncertainties, fluctuations in the dollar, and increased safe-haven demand from investors.
Silver prices also strengthened on the exchange. At around 10:00 AM, silver was priced at ₹2,34,555 per kilogram, up by ₹1,355. During the trading session, silver recorded a low of ₹2,34,228 and a high of ₹2,35,102, indicating intra-day volatility.
Across major Indian cities, prices of 24-carat gold and silver showed slight variations. In Patna, gold was priced at ₹1,49,510 and silver at ₹2,39,180. Jaipur recorded gold at ₹1,49,610 and silver at ₹2,39,160. In Kanpur and Lucknow, gold was priced at ₹1,49,670 and silver at ₹2,39,250. Bhopal and Indore recorded the highest levels, with gold at ₹1,49,790 and silver at ₹2,39,440. Chandigarh saw gold at ₹1,49,630 and silver at ₹2,39,190, while Raipur recorded gold at ₹1,49,580 and silver at ₹2,39,090.
According to experts, increasing volatility in international markets and geopolitical tensions are driving investors toward safe-haven assets. Uncertainty regarding global interest rates has also contributed to the rise in gold prices, as investors tend to favour gold during periods of economic uncertainty.
