Gold and Silver Prices Fluctuate Ahead of Dhanteras: Latest 24K and 22K Rates
There were variations in the prices of gold and silver on Friday, November 6, 2026, as buyers were preparing themselves for the festival of Dhanteras in India. Prices of the precious metals continued to come under pressure in the domestic market, providing some relief to buyers who were making preparations for their purchases during festivals.
The festival of Dhanteras is believed to be one of the most auspicious occasions for buying gold, silver, coins and jewelry. Daily changes in the prices of bullion have therefore gained importance during this time.
Gold Rate Today: Latest 22K and 24K Prices
As per the retail price data available on 6 November, the gold price is varying in the major cities of India. It is the retail price data and it might be varying from one jewellery to another. There were other market sources also that had reported different benchmark prices.
Silver Prices Also Witness Market Movement
Silver prices also fluctuated during Friday’s trading session. According to indicative retail rates, silver 999 was priced at approximately:
- Delhi: ₹1,83,990 per kg
- Mumbai: ₹1,84,310 per kg
- Bengaluru: ₹1,84,460 per kg
- Kolkata: ₹1,84,200 per kg
- Hyderabad: ₹1,84,740 per kg
- Chennai: ₹1,84,980 per kg
Silver remains popular during Dhanteras, particularly for coins, utensils, decorative items and investment purchases.
Why Are Gold and Silver Prices Fluctuating?
Bullion flows, currency rates and market sentiment impact domestic gold and silver prices. Any developments regarding the state of the US economy, interest rate anticipation and fluctuations in the price of the dollar may also impact the demand for these metals.
As of November 6, the domestic market witnessed that futures for gold and silver declined on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). Futures of gold were priced at approximately ₹1,42,750 per 10 grams, whereas futures for silver were trading at around ₹1,84,650 per kg in the morning session.
Silver prices are also influenced by industrial demand due to the usage of silver in many industrial sectors such as electronics and solar equipment.
What Should Buyers Check Before Purchasing Gold?
The consumer is advised to check the gold price for the day in various jewelry shops before purchasing. The consumer is also required to check the BIS hallmark on the jewelry along with its purity level.
The final bill may include the charge for making, wastage and also GST, thus increasing the overall cost of purchase from the quoted gold rate.
In the view of rising demand for precious metals during Dhanteras, the consumers must pay attention to purity, price and billing.
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