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New Delhi: Today, Sunday, April 19, is the holy festival of Akshaya Tritiya (Akshaya Tritiya 2026). In Hindu religion, buying gold on this day is considered very auspicious and is a symbol of prosperity. For those who are planning to buy jewelery or gold coins on this special occasion, there is a very good news for them. There has been a huge decline in the prices of gold and silver as compared to the record high level, which has brought great relief to the customers.

According to the latest report of the Indian Bullions Jewelers Association (IBJA), gold prices have fallen far below their highest levels. On Friday, the rate of 24 carat gold closed at ₹ 1,51,358 per 10 grams. Let us tell you that the record high level of gold till now was ₹ 1,75,430 per 10 grams, which was reached on 29 January 2026 this year. According to this, the rate of gold has reduced from its peak by about ₹ 23,982 per 10 grams.

What is the latest rate of gold and silver on Akshaya Tritiya?

Today, on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, the rate of 24 carat gold in the bullion market is ₹ 1,51,358 per 10 grams. At the same time, if you want to see other varieties for jewellery, then the rate of 23 carat gold is ₹ 1,50,752, the rate of 22 carat (mostly used for jewellery) is ₹ 1,38,644, and the rate of 18 carat gold is ₹ 1,13,519 per 10 grams. The lowest rate of 14 carat gold is ₹ 88,544 per 10 grams. Talking about silver, today it is available at the price of ₹ 2,47,930 per kg. Silver has also become cheaper by ₹ 1,32,058 per kg from its highest level.

What was the situation of gold in the month of April?

If we see the trend of this entire month, on April 1, the gold rate was at the level of ₹ 1,50,853 per 10 grams. In comparison, there has not been much change or jump in prices till Akshaya Tritiya, which is a positive sign for buyers. Whereas, in the case of silver, the price on April 1 was close to ₹ 2,39,836, which has increased by about ₹ 8,094 till date. That is, a slight increase has been seen in the prices of silver as compared to gold.

Why are gold prices not increasing?

Market experts believe that there is an atmosphere of uncertainty due to the ongoing war and geopolitical tension at the international level. One day there is news of peace and the next day there is news of tension, which shakes the sentiments of investors. This is the main reason why there has been no unilateral big rise in the prices of gold and silver in the month of April.

Apart from this, when gold prices crossed ₹ 1.75 lakh, many investors made huge ‘profit booking’. Due to this heavy selling, supply increased in the market and prices improved. This fall on Akshaya Tritiya can prove to be a boon for those who were waiting for gold to become cheaper for a long time.