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Gold hits record for first time in Navratri; Crosses ₹1 Lakh mark

During Navratri, gold prices initially experienced a slight dip for three consecutive days but have now gained momentum as the festive demand rises.

Close to Diwali, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, gold prices hit a record high for 24-carat gold. For the 6th day of Sharadiya Navratri, the 24-carat gold prices were  ₹1,14,890, and gold was sold for  ₹1,14,890 in all the major and big cities of the country and was sold for these prices in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai.

For the first time in the country, for this time of the year, gold prices were this high and for this time of the period, gold prices were this high and for this time of the period.  

Passing the Navratri mark, gold prices gained required demand due to festivities. Buyers and sellers alike were excited for the Diwali market. India was the 1st in the world to sell gold for these prices in this time of the year.

Culturally and economically, this new peak for gold prices is remarkable, especially just before Diwali, where gold is considered a sign of affluence and abundance. Since this is an early warning before Diwali to gold buyers, it suggests prices are on the rise and buyers should act fast on their gold purchases.

Here is a snapshot of gold prices in major cities on September 27, 2025:

Delhi 

  • 24K Gold: ₹1,15,040 per 10 grams  

  • 22K Gold: ₹1,05,460 per 10 grams  

Mumbai

  • 24K Gold: ₹1,14,890 per 10 grams  

  • 22K Gold: ₹1,05,310 per 10 grams

Chennai

  •   24K Gold: ₹1,15,100 per 10 grams  

  • 22K Gold: ₹1,05,510 per 10 grams  

Kolkata

  •   24K Gold: ₹1,14,890 per 10 grams  

  • 22K Gold: ₹1,05,310 per 10 grams  

Silver prices stand firm at around ₹1,43,100 per kilogram across key markets.

This festive season's gold price rally represents a unique milestone, urging consumers and investors to seize the opportunity amidst rising rates and strong demand.

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