Gold Rate Today Live Updates, 19th April 2026: Will Akshaya Tritiya Push Gold Prices Up? Check 18K, 22K, And 24K Prices In Delhi, Chennai & Other Major Cities

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Gold Rate Today Live Updates On Akshaya Tritiya: Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated as one of the most sacred occasions in Hindu tradition, symbolising everlasting prosperity and success. Observed during the Shukla Paksha of the Vaishakh month, this day is believed to bring “akshaya” or never-diminishing rewards. From gold purchases to new beginnings, the festival is deeply associated with growth, fortune, and spiritual merit.

The day carries immense mythological and spiritual importance. It is believed to mark the transition between Satya Yuga and Treta Yuga and is also associated with the birth of Lord Parashurama. The festival is also known as a “Yugadi Tithi,” reinforcing its significance as a time of new beginnings. Acts like charity, chanting, and austerity performed on this day are believed to yield results that never fade. This day is also one of the most auspicious for buying gold. According to the latest data from the Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association, gold prices stood at Rs 1,51,655 per 10 grams at Friday’s market close. With markets shut over the weekend, this rate will remain unchanged on Saturday and Sunday. On the other hand, the futures price of 24-carat gold on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) increased by 0.95 per cent, or Rs 1,453, to Rs 1,54,605 ​​per 10 grams, whereas on the previous trading day it had closed at Rs 1,53,152 per 10 grams.

Rituals, Beliefs And What To Do

Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, seeking blessings for wealth and stability. Activities considered auspicious include:

Buying gold and silver

Starting a new business or job

Donating essentials like food, water, and clothing

Auspicious And Inauspicious Timings

Puja Muhurta: 10:49 AM to 12:20 PM

Abhijeet Muhurta: 12:00 PM – 12:51 PM

Brahma Muhurta: 04:29 AM – 05:17 AM

City-Wise Gold Rates

Chennai – 24K: Rs 15,666 | 22K: Rs 14,360 | 18K: Rs 11,980

Mumbai – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Delhi – 24K: Rs 15,593 | 22K: Rs 14,295 | 18K: Rs 11,699

Kolkata – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Bangalore – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Hyderabad – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Kerala – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Pune – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Vadodara – 24K: Rs 15,583 | 22K: Rs 14,285 | 18K: Rs 11,689

Ahmedabad – 24K: Rs 15,583 | 22K: Rs 14,285 | 18K: Rs 11,689

Jaipur – 24K: Rs 15,593 | 22K: Rs 14,295 | 18K: Rs 11,699

Lucknow – 24K: Rs 15,593 | 22K: Rs 14,295 | 18K: Rs 11,699

Coimbatore – 24K: Rs 15,666 | 22K: Rs 14,360 | 18K: Rs 11,980

Madurai – 24K: Rs 15,666 | 22K: Rs 14,360 | 18K: Rs 11,980

Vijayawada – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Patna – 24K: Rs 15,583 | 22K: Rs 14,285 | 18K: Rs 11,689

Nagpur – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

Chandigarh – 24K: Rs 15,593 | 22K: Rs 14,295 | 18K: Rs 11,699

Surat – 24K: Rs 15,583 | 22K: Rs 14,285 | 18K: Rs 11,689

Bhubaneswar – 24K: Rs 15,578 | 22K: Rs 14,280 | 18K: Rs 11,684

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