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Gold Price Falls Again on Lakshmi Day! Relief for Buyers Before Puja, How Much is 1 Gram Today?
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News18•24-09-2026, 11:04
Gold Price Falls Again on Lakshmi Day! Relief for Buyers Before Puja, How Much is 1 Gram Today?
- •Gold prices dropped again on Lakshmi Day, bringing relief to buyers before the upcoming puja season.
- •Both 24 carat and 22 carat gold prices have decreased.
- •In Kolkata, 22 carat gold is priced at Rs 14315 and 18 carat gold at Rs 11755.
- •Experts suggest gold prices may rise by year-end, making it difficult to pinpoint the exact best time to buy.
- •Discounts on making charges are often available during Durga Puja and Dhanteras, offering a good opportunity for purchases.
Key Questions Answered
On Thursday, September 24, the price of 22-carat gold in Kolkata is Rs 14,315, 18-carat gold is Rs 11,755, and 1 kg of silver is Rs 232,510, with an additional 3% GST applicable.
When purchasing gold and silver, an additional 3% GST is added to the base prices. Furthermore, the final price of gold jewelry is always higher because hallmark charges, making charges, and GST are included.
Gold prices fluctuate daily based on market conditions, meaning a price drop today can be followed by a significant increase the next day. While experts predict gold prices may rise further by the end of the year, upcoming festivals like Dhanteras offer discounts on making charges, making timing unpredictable.
