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Silver jumps Rs 10,000, gold hits Rs 1.46 lakh on Dhanteras
The Story in Brief
On Dhanteras, Friday, 6 November 2026, silver prices surged Rs 10,000 per kg in Patna and Ranchi, reaching Rs 2,10,100 and Rs 2,10,000 per kg respectively. Gold prices also rose sharply, with 24-carat gold in Patna hitting Rs 1,46,070 per 10 gm and in Ranchi Rs 1,46,020 per 10 gm, a jump of Rs 3,220 from the previous session.
The India Bullion and Jewellers Association expects gold sales value to rise 12% this Dhanteras, though volume may be flat from 2025. Gem and Jewellery Council chairperson Rajesh Rokde projected jewellery sales value could grow 20 to 30%, citing advance bookings and salary availability at the month's start. These rates are indicative and exclude GST, making charges and other fees.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The price surge on Dhanteras, a peak buying day, means consumers in Patna and Ranchi face significantly higher costs for silver, with a Rs 10,000 per kg jump since the previous session, while gold also rose Rs 3,220 per 10 gm. The India Bullion and Jewellers Association expects gold sales value to rise 12% this Dhanteras, though volume may stay flat compared to 2025, and the Gem and Jewellery Council chairperson Rajesh Rokde projects jewellery sales value could increase 20 to 30%. These projections hinge on whether the recent price dip and salary availability sustain buyer interest, with actual sales data awaited after the festival.
Source: prabhatkhabar.com
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