Gold Rate Today, August 21: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
On August 21, 2026, the gold rates in major Indian cities were reported as follows: 24 carat gold priced at Rs 15,928 per gram in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and other cities, marking a Rs 1 increase from the previous day. 22 carat gold was at Rs 14,601 per gram in these same locations, also up Rs 1 from August 20. 18 carat gold prices stood at Rs 11,947 per gram across the cities, reflecting the same Rs 1 rise.
Despite a brief dip in gold and silver prices when international panic subsided due to high tax rates, geopolitical tension in the Middle East kept precious metal markets volatile. Factors contributing to this volatility include U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's announcement of stringent sanctions against the Iranian regime, Israel's airstrikes in Lebanon, and fluctuating oil prices driven by conflict-related uncertainties.
As investors seek stability amid global strife, gold emerges as a dependable asset amidst the economic turmoil.
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