Gold price today jumped to Rs 51,320 from Rs 51,100 per 10 gm, while silver was trending at Rs 60,200 per kg, according to the Good Returns website.
Gold jewellery prices vary across India, the second-largest consumer of the metal, due to excise duty, state taxes, and making changes.
In New Delhi, the gold price of 22-carat climbed to 47,050 per 10 gm, while in Chennai it slumped to Rs 45,260. In Mumbai, the rate was Rs 46,920 according to the Good Returns website. The price of 24-carat gold in Chennai was Rs 49,380 per 10 gm.
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