Leading Indian jewellers kept gold prices mostly unchanged on October 20, 2026. Joyalukkas and Malabar Gold & Diamonds quoted 22K gold at ₹13,570 per gram across most states, while Tanishq listed ₹13,575; for 24K, Malabar quoted ₹14,804 per gram and Tanishq ₹14,809, with small differences due to store pricing, inventory costs and regional logistics. Prices follow international spot bullion, the USD/INR exchange rate and festival-season demand, with higher interest rates and Middle East tensions as headwinds for non-yielding gold. Retail purchases attract 3% GST on the metal and 5% GST on making charges, and 22K is preferred for ornaments because of its greater durability.
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