India: Gold and Silver Prices Fall Ahead of Diwali
What happened
Reports in Indian media say gold and silver prices have been falling. AajTak's headline says silver is about Rs 16,000 cheaper after four days of decline, and that gold has also dropped sharply. The article text was not available, so these figures come from the headline only.
When it started
The AajTak and India TV articles are dated 25 October 2026. The BBC Hindi piece asks why prices keep falling before Diwali, but its date and details were not provided.
How it spread
According to India TV, gold rates differ across jewellers including Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar and Joyalukkas, and the article compares where gold is available at the lowest price. The exact rates were not included in the material provided.
Why it matters
The BBC Hindi article is titled to ask why prices are falling, but its explanation was not provided. The sources given do not state a confirmed cause.