Gold Rate Today: With the beginning of the new year 2026, there has been a stir in the bullion market. Gold prices rose on the very first day of the year, while silver prices fell. The eyes of both investors and common buyers are fixed on today’s gold and silver rates. Let us understand today’s entire situation in easy desi Hindi.

Gold shines on New Year

On Thursday, January 1, 2026, a slight increase was seen in the price of February contract gold on MCX. By around 4 pm, gold rose by 0.25 percent i.e. Rs 332. After this the price of gold reached Rs 1,35,779 per 10 grams. Although this rise was a little less than expected, gold has started the year with strength.

Silver prices softened

While gold shone, silver’s mood appeared a bit cold. Silver prices fell by Rs 376 in March futures contract on MCX. After this the price of silver remained at Rs 2,35,325 per kg. It is worth noting that recently silver had reached a record level of Rs 2.50 lakh per kg, hence this fall is being considered to be the effect of profit booking.

Today’s gold rates in big cities

Gold prices in big cities of the country today were like this.
In Mumbai, 24 carat gold is being sold at Rs 1,35,700 and 22 carat gold at Rs 1,24,392 per 10 grams.
The price of 24 carat gold in Delhi is Rs 1,35,440 and that of 22 carat is Rs 1,24,153.
In Chennai, 24 carat gold has reached Rs 1,36,070 and 22 carat gold has reached Rs 1,24,731.
In Kolkata, 24 carat gold was recorded at Rs 1,35,490 and 22 carat gold at Rs 1,24,199 per 10 grams.

What is the signal for investors

Experts say that after the recent surge, a bit of a bubble like environment has been created in silver, hence investing in it should be done wisely. At the same time, gold still remains a strong option for safe investment. Reasons like inflation, dollar weakness and global tension are supporting gold.

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Future of gold and silver in 2026

The movement of gold in 2026 will largely depend on the purchases by central banks. If gold reserves continue to increase, prices may remain high. Experts believe that even after any correction, gold will remain strong in the long term. In such a situation, it has become very important for every investor and buyer to know the prices of gold and silver at the beginning of the new year.