Gold and silver prices recorded a sharp weekly increase across the domestic market. Over the past week, 24-carat gold rose by Rs 3,320, while silver prices increased by Rs 35,000 per kilogram.
On a weekly basis, both gold and silver continued to attract investor attention. During the last one week, 24-carat gold gained Rs 3,320, while 22-carat gold prices increased by Rs 3,050. Silver prices also registered a b rise, with an increase of up to Rs 35,000 per kilogram during the same period.
The rise in gold and silver prices is linked not only to domestic factors but also to signals from the international market. Inflation-related data from the United States and expectations surrounding interest rates have had a direct impact on precious metals.
Gold rates in major cities on January 18, 2026
On January 18, 2026, gold prices remained at elevated levels in major Indian cities. In Delhi, the price of 24-carat gold reached Rs 143,930 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold was recorded at Rs 131,950 per 10 grams.
Gold prices in other major cities also traded within a similar range. These levels are significant for both investors and jewellery buyers.
Gold prices in Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata
In Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata, the price of 24-carat gold stood at Rs 143,780 per 10 grams. The price of 22-carat gold in these cities was recorded at Rs 131,800 per 10 grams.
Gold rates in Pune and Bengaluru
In Pune and Bengaluru, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 143,780 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold was recorded at Rs 131,800 per 10 grams.
Gold prices in other cities
In Ahmedabad and Bhopal, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 143,830 per 10 grams and 22-carat gold at Rs 131,850 per 10 grams.
In Jaipur, Lucknow and Chandigarh, the price of 24-carat gold was recorded at Rs 143,930 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold stood at Rs 131,950 per 10 grams. In Hyderabad, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 143,780 per 10 grams and 22-carat gold at Rs 131,800 per 10 grams.
International market impact
In the international market, spot gold was trading at $4,603.51 per ounce. Weak inflation data from the United States has strengthened expectations of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve, supporting demand for precious metals.
Silver prices
Silver prices also recorded a sharp weekly rise. Over the past one week, silver prices increased by Rs 35,000. On the morning of January 18, 2026, silver was priced at Rs 295,000 per kilogram in the domestic market.
In the international market, spot silver was trading at $90.33 per ounce.
