
Tue Jan 20 08:00:00 UTC 2026: ### Silver Prices Soar to Record Highs in India, Surpassing ₹3 Lakh per Kilo
The Story:
Silver and gold prices in India have reached all-time highs for the second consecutive day on January 20, 2024. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), silver prices crossed the ₹3 lakh mark per kilogram in the bullion market for the first time, surging by ₹10,888 to reach ₹3,04,863. This follows a previous closing price of ₹2,93,975. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver had already surpassed the ₹3 lakh mark the previous day. In just 20 days of the year, silver prices have increased by ₹74,443. Gold also saw a significant increase, rising by ₹2,429 to reach ₹1,46,375 per 10 grams, compared to the previous day’s ₹1,43,946. Gold prices have increased by ₹13,180 so far this year. Experts predict further increases, with silver potentially reaching ₹4 lakh this year.
Key Points:
- Silver prices hit an all-time high of ₹3,04,863 per kilogram on January 20, 2024.
- Silver prices increased by ₹10,888 on January 20, 2024.
- Silver prices have surged by ₹74,443 in the first 20 days of 2024.
- Gold prices reached ₹1,46,375 per 10 grams on January 20, 2024.
- Gold prices increased by ₹2,429 on January 20, 2024.
- Gold prices have increased by ₹13,180 so far in 2024.
Key Takeaways:
- Precious metals are experiencing significant price appreciation in the Indian market.
- Silver is outperforming gold in terms of percentage gains within the given timeframe.
- Market analysts anticipate further increases in both gold and silver prices, especially silver.
- The appreciation is likely driven by factors affecting silver more dramatically, as indicated in the primary source (though the source lacks detail about those factors).
- The data presented indicates a strong upward trend in precious metal investments.