Gold steadied above $4,020 an ounce on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, staying close to a nine-month low as the US–Iran conflict entered its tenth consecutive day and rising Treasury yields lifted Fed rate-hike odds. Here's today's complete 24K, 23K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold rate per gram across major Indian cities, along with the latest silver price — written with real market context, not just numbers on a page.

Today's National Gold Rate (Per Gram)

Silver rate today: ₹235/gram  |  ₹2,35,000/kg — silver has climbed sharply from ₹2,30,000/kg yesterday as it outpaces gold on safe-haven buying.

City-Wise Gold Price Table (Per Gram)

Rates are indicative retail averages sourced from bullion associations, MCX data and jewellers; actual prices may vary slightly with local taxes and making charges.

City-Wise Price Details

Top 10 Gold News Headlines – 21 July 2026

1. Gold steadies above $4,020/oz on Tuesday, up 0.36% for the day but still near its lowest level in nine months.
2. US strikes on Iran enter a tenth consecutive day, keeping energy-driven inflation fears firmly in focus for bullion traders.
3. President Trump warns Iran will be held responsible for the deaths of three US service members, raising escalation risk.
4. Iran-backed Houthi militants announce a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, stoking fresh concerns over Red Sea shipping.
5. Iran signals mediators have proposed steps to ease tensions, with reports pointing to a possible 10-day ceasefire.
6. US Treasury yields climb sharply this week as markets price in a 55% chance of a Fed rate hike in September, up from 51%.
7. Silver outpaces gold again, jumping to ₹2,35,000/kg in India as investors rotate into the white metal for extra upside.
8. Gold's one-month trend remains down over 4%, even as the metal still trades over 17% higher than a year ago.
9. Domestic 24K gold hovers near ₹14,346/gm across major jewellers, broadly consistent with IBJA reference rates.
10. Analysts flag that gold remains rangebound as markets await clarity on both the Iran ceasefire talks and the Fed's next move.

Disclaimer: Gold and silver rates are indicative and sourced from bullion associations, jewellers and market data providers. Prices may vary by locality, purity certification and making charges. Please verify with a local jeweller before purchase or investment.