Gold prices have faced the sharpest monthly fall since 2008 in the month of June 2026. The yellow metal rates have declined nearly 12.5% from around ₹1.60 lakh per 10 gram (gm) to ₹1.40 lakh per unit in this 30-day period. The yellow metal prices have also fallen on Tuesday. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), 10 grams of 24 carat gold has dropped by ₹1,039 to 1.40 lakh on Tuesday. Earlier, it was at ₹1.41 lakh. Silver prices increase Meanwhile, 1 kg of silver has increased by ₹3,690 today to reach ₹2.24 lakh . Earlier, it was at ₹2.20 lakh. Reasons behind gold price crash According to the bullion expert, Ajay Kedia, founder, Kedia Advisory, following are the reasons behind the gold price crash: Outlook not that bleak for gold: Expert The ace bullion expert said, “However, the medium-term outlook remains constructive as China continues accumulating gold reserves and physical demand is expected to improve during July-August.” Expert view on gold silver: Technically, both metals are nearing oversold territory, suggesting a relief rebound towards ₹1.50 lakh in gold and ₹2.40 lakh in silver over the next month. – Bullion expert, Ajay Kedia, founder, Kedia Advisory Gold prices according to carat Gold still ₹7,000 costlier this year This year, gold and silver prices have been witnessing continuous fluctuations. Gold has become ₹7,000 costlier in 2026 so far. On December 31, 2025, 10g gold was at ₹1.33 lakh, which has now reached ₹1.40 lakh. Meanwhile, silver was at ₹2.30 lakh per kg on December 31, 2025, which is now at ₹2.24 lakh. This means its price has decreased by ₹6,000. During this period, on January 29, gold made an all-time high of ₹1.76 lakh and silver made an all-time high of ₹3.86 lakh. Gold prices in major cities of the country Source: goodreturns June 25, 2026 Gold and silver movement so far this year Keep these 2 things in mind when buying gold from jewellers 4 Ways to Identify Real Silver Post navigation Viral X post tells inspiring story of IIT Delhi graduate:Archit Chandak ‘rejects’ ₹35 lakh job offer to prepare for government exam, joins IPS Supreme Court orders status quo on ethanol allocation:Centre says 20% blending policy to continue, impact to be clearer next year
