There is a big difference in the prices of gold and silver in India and Nepal. According to Nepali Patro, the price of 10 grams 24 carat gold in Nepal in Indian Rupee is ₹1,67,145.38, while in India it is ₹1,54,310. Silver is also expensive in Nepal. Prices are at record highs in both countries due to geopolitical tensions and global rivalry, affecting trade in Nepal.
The Indian stock market will remain closed on 26 January on the occasion of Republic Day. There will be no trading in all segments including equities, derivatives and commodities on NSE, BSE and MCX. The market will open normally on January 27. There are a total of 16 days of market holidays in 2026, which include major festivals like Holi, Diwali and Christmas. This is important information for investors.
Gold and silver prices are expected to strengthen this week amid global uncertainty. Traders are awaiting the US Supreme Court's decision on trade tariffs and the Federal Reserve's interest rate announcement. According to experts, the upcoming Union Budget of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman can also affect the domestic gold market. Geopolitical tensions and economic factors are likely to continue the rise in precious metals.
The Government of India has announced 131 Padma awards for 2026, in which Ashok Khade will receive the Padma Shri. Facing poverty and discrimination, Ashok, the son of a cobbler in Mumbai, founded DAS Offshore Engineering Pvt. Ltd. Established. His company has an annual turnover of over Rs 500 crore and employs 4,500 people. This story is an example of his struggle and success.
Last week was full of ups and downs for the stock market, in which both Sensex and Nifty closed with a decline. However, during this period, there were five such stocks which gave excellent returns to the investors. Parvati Sweeteners returned 48.61, Dhampur Bio Organics 29.31, Simandhar Impex 27.58, iDream Film Infrastructure 27.58 and Amit Securities 27.56, outperforming the market.
UltraTech Cement's December quarter net profit rose 27% to ₹1,729.44 crore. The company's operating revenue stood at ₹21,829.68 crore, which is significantly higher than the previous year. Sales volume recorded an increase of 15%. This quarter's results are not directly comparable to last year due to various acquisitions, including the cement business merger of Kesoram Industries.
Gautam Adani's wealth has declined from $155 billion to $55 billion in three and a half years, bringing him down from the world's second richest to 30th. The Hindenburg Report, debt pressure and regulatory tightening dealt a major blow to his wealth. Recently, the US SEC's allegations caused the shares to fall again. Adani Group is now focusing on reducing debt and winning the confidence of investors.
Adani Ports is investing ₹16,000 crore to make Vizhinjam port the largest transshipment hub in the Indian subcontinent. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the second phase, which will increase the port's capacity by 41 lakh TEUs. The expansion will revolutionize India's maritime trade with state-of-the-art automated cranes, deep breakwaters and eco-friendly facilities, set to rival China.
Infosys has asked its more than 3 lakh employees to share electricity bills. This step has been taken to understand the environmental impact of employees working from home under the hybrid work model. The company wants to update its emissions reporting and support energy efficiency interventions. Employees come to office 10 days a month and work from home the rest of the days.
Mala Gaonkar has created history in the stock market by making almost $6 billion from $1.8 billion in just 3 years through her hedge fund, Sergocap Partners. Launched in 2023, the fund was the largest hedge fund run by a woman. Mala, who grew up in Bengaluru, used data science to invest, which helped her company grow rapidly and is now at par with many big funds.
The government is planning to use digital farmer ID to streamline fertilizer sales. This ID is also used for PM Kisan Yojana. Its objective is to ensure that the benefits of subsidies reach the right farmers. Under the pilot project, urea sales will be linked to the agri stack. More than 7.67 crore farmer IDs have been created, which will bring transparency in farming.
There has been a huge jump in the prices of gold and silver in the national capital Delhi. Gold prices rose by ₹1,500 to ₹1,58,700 per 10 grams, while silver rose by ₹9,500 to ₹3,29,500 per kg. These prices have reached record levels due to global strength, geopolitical risks and increasing demand for safe investments. Experts believe that in uncertain circumstances, investors are considering gold as a safe option.
The government is focused on increasing rural demand, for which it is preparing to promote non-banking financial companies NBFCs in the budget of 2026. Its objective is to provide loans to MSMEs and low income people at affordable rates. Based on the suggestions of RBI and Finance Ministry, these announcements may include special refinance fund, extension of Mudra scheme and simplification of loan schemes, which will give impetus to economic growth.
This article highlights the important role of general insurance in India's economic stability in the context of the Union Budget 2026-27. It urges the Budget to promote sustainable growth, long-term investment and customer-centric innovation. It focuses on key areas such as making health insurance affordable, adapting motor insurance to mobility, providing risk solutions to infrastructure and increasing trust and access using digital platforms.
According to CRISIL report, the business of NBFCs giving loans against gold jewelery is growing rapidly. The assets under management (AUM) of these companies are estimated to exceed Rs 4 lakh crore by March 2027, representing a growth of approximately 40%. Rising gold prices, demand for secured loans and better regulatory environment are the main reasons for this growth. NBFCs are expanding their reach, but risk management will remain important.
After the record rise in gold and silver, there has been a decline. Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs has raised its gold target to $5,400 per ounce by the end of 2026, about ₹1.75 lakh per 10 grams. The firm believes that the private sector and central banks of emerging markets are diversifying into gold, which will increase its prices. A potential rate cut by the US Federal Reserve could also boost Western ETF holdings.
The Eighth Pay Commission has got an office in Delhi, which has increased the stir among the central employees. Now 86 days after the formation of the commission, the work has gained momentum. The National Council JCM Staff Side has convened a Drafting Committee meeting on February 25, 2026. In this meeting, proposals will be finalized after discussing important issues like salary, allowances, promotion and pension. This is an important step in the Commission's process.
There has been a record rise in silver prices, which has crossed ₹ 3.35 lakh per kg. Geopolitical tensions, tariff threats, increase in industrial demand and strong material demand from India-China are the main reasons for this. Commodity experts estimate that silver may soon reach ₹4 lakh. However, investors have been advised to exercise caution due to high volatility.
The Virtual Digital Assets VDA sector has its eyes set on the Union Budget 2026 to be presented on February 1. There are over 15 crore crypto investors in India, and the global regulatory framework is also changing. Stakeholders are demanding relaxation in 1 TDS and 30 VDA taxes, allowing loss set-off and linking taxation to income slabs. They want a sustainable digital asset ecosystem with transparency and fairness.
Gold Price Today has broken all records for the second consecutive day. Gold reached Rs 1.57 lakh per 10 grams on MCX at 9.45 am and broke all the records till now. Gold All Time High. It seems that after silver, gold will now see a tremendous rise. As soon as the commodity market opens, gold has increased by about Rs 6000 per 10 grams.