Gold prices remained steady on Thursday as the conflict between Israel, the US and Iran continued. The rate of 24-carat gold was recorded at ₹1,43,985 per gram, while 22-carat gold stood at ₹131,890.26 per gram.
City-wise gold rates for March 26, 2026, were as follows: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata. Meanwhile, the rate differed in other cities, including ₹1,43,985 in Patna, Bengaluru, and Chandigarh.
Silver prices remained largely the same, recorded at ₹234,474 per kg. City-wise silver rates for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata for Wednesday were as follows.
Gold prices held steady, dependent on developments in Middle East, with investors awaiting clearer signs of progress in de-escalation efforts. Spot gold was steady at $4,503.29 per ounce, while US gold futures for April delivery lost 1.2% to $4,500.
Iran has rejected US President Donald Trump's push for talks, presenting its own demands after the US said it handed over a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran through Pakistan earlier this week.
Financial experts pointed out that the gold prices are now subject to further developments in the negotiations in the Middle East conflict.
