Gold and silver prices have seen a massive increase in 2025. This trend has not subsided even after entering the new year. For a couple of days last week, gold and silver prices had declined somewhat. But this Monday, they have risen again. The country's multi-commodity exchange also witnessed an increase in the prices of these two precious metals on this day.
On Monday, the price of 24-carat gold per 10 grams increased by 1,850 rupees in Kolkata's market. The price of 22-carat gold per 10 grams also increased by 1,750 rupees. Silver prices in Kolkata's market have also seen a substantial increase. The price of silver per kilogram has increased by 4,850 rupees.
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Gold rates in Kolkata market on Monday: (excluding taxes)
Pure gold bar (24-carat): 1 lakh 36 thousand 150 rupees (per 10 grams)
Pure gold bar (retail): 1 lakh 36 thousand 850 rupees (per 10 grams)
Hallmarked jewellery gold (22-carat): 1 lakh 30 thousand 50 rupees (per 10 grams)
Silver (retail): 2 lakh 38 thousand 550 rupees (per kilogram)
(Price source: WBBMJA)
You will not be able to buy gold at these rates when you go to the market. It will cost somewhat more than these rates. Because GST and jewellery-making charges will be added to these rates. Although GST is fixed at 3 per cent, depending on the retailer, this