Gold prices plunge by Rs 5,000/10 gm after Budget announcement, check new rates here

Gold prices have fallen sharply by 7%, or Rs 5,000 per 10 grams, following the government's decision to slash the basic customs duty on gold. This reduction has made gold imports cheaper and is expected to curb gold smuggling, benefiting the organised jewellery sector. Experts believe that the lower costs will encourage more investments in gold as both a commodity and a financial asset. "The cut in basic customs duty on gold prices makes the yellow metal cheaper," said Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst at LKP Securities.