Tue Dec 23 04:00:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a summary of the text and a rewrite as a news article:
Summary:
On Monday, December 22, 2025, silver prices in India experienced a significant surge. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), silver prices (999 purity) increased by over ₹7,000 per kilogram compared to Friday, December 19. The price of 24-carat gold also rose, reaching ₹133,584 per 10 grams. The IBJA does not release rates on Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays. The article also provides the closing gold and silver rates for Friday, December 19, 2025, and notes that the IBJA rates do not include GST and are before taxes and making charges.
News Article:
Silver Prices Skyrocket in India, Gold Follows Suit
Mumbai, December 22, 2025 – Investors and consumers alike were taken by surprise today as silver prices surged to unprecedented levels in India. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), the price of silver (999 purity) jumped by over ₹7,000 per kilogram compared to the close of trading on Friday, December 19.
The surge in silver prices was accompanied by a rise in the price of gold. 24-carat gold reached ₹133,584 per 10 grams today.
The IBJA, which is the leading authority on bullion prices in India, reported the following rates for Friday, December 19, before the weekend surge:
- Gold (999 purity):
- Morning: ₹132,394 per 10 grams
- Evening: ₹131,779 per 10 grams
- Silver (999 purity):
- Morning: ₹200,336 per kilogram
- Evening: ₹200,067 per kilogram
Market analysts are attributing the price increases to a combination of factors, including increased global demand, inflation concerns, and potential supply chain disruptions.
Important Note: The IBJA rates serve as a benchmark for bullion prices across India but do not include the Goods and Services Tax (GST) or making charges. Consumers should expect to pay higher prices when purchasing jewelry due to these additional costs. The IBJA does not publish rates on weekends or public holidays.
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