Silver prices rise by ₹2,130/kg to ₹2.19 lakh/kg:10 grams of gold becomes ₹10,000 costlier this year

Gold and silver prices have increased on August 4. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), the price of one kilogram of silver has increased by ₹2,130 to reach ₹2.19 lakh. The price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold has increased by ₹381 to reach ₹1.43 lakh. Gold prices according to carat Gold prices in major cities of the country Source: goodreturns 4 August 2026 Gold has seen an upward trend this year so far This year, gold and silver prices have been witnessing continuous fluctuations. Gold has become expensive by ₹10,000 so far in 2026. On 31 December 2025, 10g gold was above ₹1.33 lakh, which has now reached ₹1.43 lakh. Meanwhile, the price of silver has fallen by ₹12,000. Silver was at ₹2.30 lakh per kilogram on December 31, 2025, which is now at ₹2.18 lakh. 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 and Silver’s Movement So Far This Year Note:- Gold price per 10 grams and silver price per kilo | Source:- IBJA Gold may reach ₹1.60 lakh this year According to commodity expert Ajay Kedia, gold and silver prices have come down significantly from their highs. In such a situation, investors can invest in them, however, they should avoid making lump sum investments. According to Ajay Kedia, by the end of the year, gold can once again reach ₹1.60 lakh and silver ₹2.80 lakh. Can invest in gold and silver through ETFs Exchange Traded Funds are based on the fluctuating prices of gold and silver. Gold ETFs or Silver ETFs can be bought and sold just like shares on BSE and NSE. However, you don’t get physical gold or silver in this. When you want to exit, you will get money equivalent to the gold-silver prices at that time. You can start investing in this with less than ₹500. How can you invest in ETFs? To buy ETF, you need to open a demat account through your broker. You can purchase units of ETF available on NSE and the equivalent amount will be debited from the bank account linked to your demat account. The ETF gets deposited in your account two days after placing the order in your demat account. ETF is sold through the trading account only.