Gold prices in India edged higher during Diwali's special Muhurat trading session on Sunday, but slipped in international markets on Monday, November 9.

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In the domestic market, 24-carat gold was priced at Rs 1,43,040 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold stood at Rs 1,31,120 per 10 grams, according to Bullion.co.in.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery rose 0.27% during the special Muhurat trading session on November 8 to settle at Rs 1,42,552 per 10 grams. Silver futures for December 4 delivery also gained 0.17% to close at Rs 1,85,100 per kg.

The gains came after gold prices declined in the previous session amid stronger-than-expected US employment data, a rising dollar index and higher Treasury yields.

However, bullion prices faced fresh pressure in international markets on Monday. Comex gold fell around 0.09% to $4,071.4 per ounce, while Comex silver declined 0.24% to $51.815 per ounce.

City-wise gold rates on November 9

The price of 24-carat gold varied across major Indian cities. Chennai recorded the highest rate among the five cities listed, while Delhi had the lowest.

   
MumbaiRs 1,42,780Rs 1,30,882
DelhiRs 1,42,540Rs 1,30,662
ChennaiRs 1,43,200Rs 1,31,267
KolkataRs 1,42,590Rs 1,30,708
BengaluruRs 1,42,900Rs 1,30,992

Silver rates in major cities

Silver prices also differed across cities on Monday. Chennai recorded the highest rate among the listed metros at Rs 1,85,890 per kg.

  
MumbaiRs 1,85,350
DelhiRs 1,85,030
ChennaiRs 1,85,890
KolkataRs 1,85,110
BengaluruRs 1,85,500

The rates are indicative and may vary between jewellers and locations. The final price of jewellery may also include making charges and applicable taxes.