Gold prices today edge higher on June 22 amid escalating Iran conflict; silver stays firm above ₹1 lakh/kg mark across major cities.
June 22, 2025 –As geopolitical tensions rise sharply after the US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, gold prices today (June 22) remain elevated across Indian cities, with investors turning to precious metals as safe-haven assets. In the wake of escalating conflict and global economic uncertainty, both gold and silver continue to shine.
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Over the past two decades, gold has delivered a remarkable 1,200% return, while silver has surged nearly 669%, reinforcing their status as resilient and inflation-hedging investment options.
📊 Gold & Silver Rates in Major Indian Cities – June 22, 2025
| City | Gold Bullion (₹/10 gm) | MCX Gold (₹/10 gm) | Silver Bullion (₹/kg) | MCX Silver 999 (₹/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | ₹99,130 | ₹99,310 | ₹1,06,580 | ₹1,06,275 |
| New Delhi | ₹98,960 | ₹99,310 | ₹1,06,400 | ₹1,06,275 |
| Kolkata | ₹99,000 | ₹99,310 | ₹1,06,440 | ₹1,06,275 |
| Bengaluru | ₹99,210 | ₹99,310 | ₹1,06,670 | ₹1,06,275 |
| Hyderabad | ₹99,290 | ₹99,310 | ₹1,06,750 | ₹1,06,275 |
| Chennai | ₹99,420 | ₹99,310 | ₹1,06,890 | ₹1,06,275 |
🔸 24-Carat Gold (IBA Benchmark): ₹99,310/10 gm
🔸 22-Carat Gold: ₹91,034/10 gm
🔸 Silver (999 Fine): ₹1,06,780/kg
💡 Note: Retail prices may include GST, making charges, and other surcharges by jewellers.
📈 Gold’s Strong Performance in 2025
- YTD growth: +31%
- 20-year return: +1,200%
- 16 out of 20 years: positive returns
Silver, while more volatile, has also surged above the ₹1 lakh/kg level consistently for three weeks, reflecting strong global investor demand.
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🌍 Global Factors Driving Gold Prices
The US military’s deployment of B-2 Stealth Bombers and strike on Iranian nuclear sites has rattled markets, pushing risk-averse investors into gold and silver. Experts predict a strong start on June 23 (Monday) as bullion markets react globally to conflict escalation.
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