Traders said stockists selling against sluggish demand at higher levels mainly pulled down both gold and silver prices.
Randhir Singh, a prominent figure in Indian sports and the Olympic movement, has died at the age of 79. He was known for his contributions as an athlete, administrator, and advocate for Indian sports on the international stage.
Traders said fresh buying by stockists for the ongoing marriage season mainly led to a recovery in gold and silver prices.
Silver also rebounded by Rs 140 to Rs 37,050 per kg.
Neeru Dhanda finished seventh in the women's trap final at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup, continuing India's medal drought in the competition. Despite a strong comeback in qualification, she was eliminated early in the final. Australia's Penny Smith won gold, setting a world record.
Olympian Gurpreet Singh came agonisingly close to becoming the world champion in men's 25m Centre Fire Pistol event but eventually got a silver after losing on inner 10s to Ukraine's Pavlo Korostylov at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo.
Gold prices recovered by Rs 25 to Rs 28,475 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday on fresh buying by jewellers and retailers amid a firm global trend.
Sheetal Devi, the armless archer from India, has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery, recognising her outstanding achievements, including a world championship title.
The International Olympic Committee mourns the death of veteran Indian sports administrator Randhir Singh, recognising his significant contributions to the Olympic Movement in India, Asia, and worldwide.
A gang of dacoits, dressed only in undergarments, committed a series of robberies in two villages in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, holding families hostage and assaulting residents.
Traders said sentiments turned better after gold recovered from an eight-month low in global markets on speculation that reduced prices may spur purchases before the Federal Reserve begins a two-day policy meeting.
Gold prices dropped Rs 130 to Rs 29,450 per ten gram in the national capital on Tuesday as demand from jewellers and retailers declined at prevailing levels amid a weak global cues.
In the national capital, gold of 99.9 and 99.5 per cent purity advanced by Rs 160 each to Rs 31,350 and Rs 31,150 per ten grams, respectively.
World Championship silver medallist Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar delivered a landmark performance at the 68th Shooting Nationals on Tuesday, firing a World record 470.5 to clinch gold in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions final at the Madhya Pradesh State Shooting Range.
Extending gains for the third day, gold prices rose by Rs 300 to Rs 30,700 per ten gram in the national capital today on sustained buying by stockists for the ongoing marriage season amid a firming global trend.
India's para-athletes, led by Sumit Antil, dominated the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold medals and leading the overall medal tally.
Traders said a weakening trend in the precious metals overseas after the Federal Reserve pressed on with cuts to stimulus amid signs of a recovery in the US, reducing demand for the safe haven, mainly put pressure on the gold prices in New Delhi.
Globally, gold was trading 0.35 per cent lower at $1,267.20 an ounce in Singapore.
A 59-year-old man was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly defrauding an Income Tax department official by posing as a 'parrot astrologer' and promising career growth and a better life through rituals.
Traders said stockists selling on sluggish demand at prevailing higher levels mainly kept pressure on the two commodities.
Eldhose Paul led India's historic 1-2 finish in men's triple jump at the Commonwealth Games as he won a rare gold medal in track and field events and was followed by fellow Kerala athlete Abdulla Aboobacker in Birmingham on Sunday.
Pranjali Dhumal won gold in the women's 25m pistol event -- her third medal in the Deaflympics, in Tokyo, on Monday.
Two juveniles have been apprehended in Delhi for allegedly snatching a bag containing gold and diamond jewellery worth approximately Rs 20 lakh from a woman in Ashok Vihar.
Unidentified individuals broke into a house in Beed, Maharashtra, stealing gold and silver jewellery valued at Rs 5 lakh. The incident occurred at the residence of a thermal power station employee in Parli Vaijnath.
Gold prices declined by Rs 30 to Rs 27,370 per ten gram in New Delhi on Friday as demand from jewellers retailers dried up at prevailing levels to some extent amidst a weak global trend.
Traders said increased buying by stockists in line with a firm global trend, as investors awaited the US jobs report and the impact on the monetary stimulus, mainly boosted the sentiment.
Silver fell by Rs 500 to Rs 44,800 per kg on poor offtake by industrial units and coin makers.
Abhay Singh and Nipam set new meet records at the National Junior U-20 Athletics Championships, with several athletes achieving Asian Junior qualification marks.
Two unidentified men allegedly robbed a residence in east Delhi's Trilok Puri, stealing cash and jewellery worth approximately Rs 8 lakh after tying up a lone woman in the house.
The Indian central government has reduced its total expenditure by approximately 60,000 crore in FY26, below its revised estimate, to successfully achieve the fiscal deficit target of 4.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), according to the latest data from the Controller General of Accounts (CGA).
Silver followed suit and traded Rs 90 higher at Rs 38,290 per kg on increased offtake by industrial units and coin makers.
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The Indian metal market is a promising sector to invest in as it provides a good balance between the prospects of growth and stability in dynamic economic conditions and a changing geopolitical environment. Metals such as gold, silver, copper, etc, have gained renewed significance in 2025, amidst growing inflation and India's push towards infrastructural growth and green energy initiatives.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday came out with comprehensive draft guidelines to harmonise and regulate gold loans across all financial entities, including putting a cap of 75 per cent on loan-to-value (LTV) ratio. The draft guidelines also aim to address concerns related to certain lending practices, provide clarity on specific aspects, and strengthen the conduct-related standards in the sector.
India's U-19 boxing team secured one gold, three silver, and one bronze medal at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok.
Silver ready also moved up by Rs 50 to Rs 38,800 per kg while weekly-based delivery fell by Rs 160 to Rs 38,250 per kg on lack of buying support from speculators.
Gold in New York, which normally sets price trend on the domestic front, rose by 0.90 per cent to $1,326.90 an ounce and silver by 0.43 per cent to $20.96 an ounce on Monday night.
A television actor in Mumbai has filed a police complaint against a maid he hired online, alleging the theft of foreign currency and jewellery worth over Rs 7 lakh from his residence.
Odisha police conducted coordinated raids across multiple districts targeting individuals involved in illegal cattle transportation and smuggling, resulting in significant seizures and detentions.
