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Indian bullion Market Experienced A Notable Recovery, Trimming Losses Triggered After The Ceasefire Headlines
While the immediate “Panic Buying” has subsided, The Long-Term trend for precious metals remains structurally supported by broader economic uncertainties.
The Indian bullion market experienced a notable recovery as gold and silver prices rebounded from a recent corrective phase. This upward shift follows a period of high volatility driven by the geopolitical breakthrough of a US-Iran ceasefire, which initially stripped away some of the safe-haven premium that had been driving prices to record highs.
Indian gold prices on 11 April 2026 moved higher by about Rs. 870 per 10 grams, trimming losses triggered after the ceasefire headlines. For 24K gold with 99.9% purity, the rate stood at Rs. 15,235 per gram or Rs. 1,52,350 per 10 grams, while 22K gold at 91.6% purity was quoted at Rs. 13,965 per gram or Rs. 1,39,650 per 10 grams.
Despite this easing of tensions, the domestic market saw a firm recovery on Saturday, with the MCX signaling a cautious trend. While gold recovered a portion of its earlier losses, silver saw a more aggressive climb per kilogram across major metropolitan hubs, reflecting a resilient demand for precious metals even as global markets paused for the weekend.
In the international arena, spot gold stabilized near $4,749.42 per ounce, securing its third consecutive weekly gain of approximately 2%. Silver maintained a strong technical position, trading in a band between $76.31 and $76.65 per ounce and successfully defending a critical support level at $75.00. Investors are currently balancing a complex macroeconomic landscape where easing inflation risks are being weighed against a strengthening US dollar. This “cautious” sentiment is further reinforced by the strategic behavior of central banks, whose continued interest in diversifying reserves provides a steady floor for prices despite the de-escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
For domestic consumers in India, city-specific pricing continues to vary based on local taxes and demand, with significant recovery noted in cities like Chennai and Delhi. However, market experts remind buyers that retail costs remain subject to additional charges, including a 3% GST and various making charges that can significantly alter the final invoice. As central bank policies and currency fluctuations remain the primary drivers of momentum, the recovery on April 11 suggests that while the immediate “panic buying” has subsided, the long-term trend for precious metals remains structurally supported by broader economic uncertainties.
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IAGES Accredited Partner Directory Brings Verified Gold Businesses Together on One Trusted Platform
Hosting More than 700 Accredited Outlets Across 200+ cities, the IAGES Directory Serves as a Bridge Between Consumers Seeking Trustworthy Gold Transactions and Accredited businesses
The Accredited Partner Directory launched by the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) in November, 2025 has gained significant momentum among consumers and gold businesses since its inception. This one-stop digital platform now hosts a growing network of over 700 IAGES partner outlets across 200 cities, allowing consumers to find verified, trusted jewellers nearest to them before they step out to buy or exchange gold.
An IAGES verified business follows a stringent code of conduct that mandates accountability, responsibility and ethical conduct across its entire value chain. IAGES’ Accredited Partner Directory offers consumers trust, confidence and peace of mind, allowing them to explore and choose these verified, third-party assessed gold jewellers nearest to them either by brand name, location, or category.
The accredited entities appearing in the directory include strong national, regional and city-based large, medium and small retailers. The directory not only includes verified gold jewellers, but also lists gold refiners, bullion traders, manufacturers and assaying and hallmarking centres and digital gold retailers.
Kaushlendra Sinha, CEO, IAGES, said:

“The growing list of partners in the IAGES Accredited Partner Directory reflects the gold industry’s readiness to adopt transparent and compliant business practices, building consumer confidence and trust while slowly formalising the gold ecosystem in India. We invite all gold businesses to come forward and join the movement to transform India’s gold industry, one accreditation at a time!”
IAGES is currently running a consumer awareness campaign – ‘Before you exchange or buy gold #PehlaCheckIAGES’ to spread the word about the importance of buying gold only from a verified, credible retailer. The successful campaign has reached 50 million+ consumers through online and offline mediums, while the IAGES website is seeing massive hits every day as consumers check the directory to verify a gold business.
Sumeet Deoda, Vice President – Marketing and Communication, IAGES said:
“Clearly, the IAGES Accredited Partner Directory has been much anticipated by consumers, gold jewellers and gold business entities alike! We are happy to finally share this growing database with the world even as we continue to work towards our goal of changing the gold-buying mindset in India as the first, crucial step towards formalising the industry,”

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