India gold and silver prices jump on June 17; MCX gold hits Rs 1,53,829 per 10 grams and silver tops Rs 2,53,345 per kg

On June 17, gold and silver prices in India rose sharply as the US war against Iran fuelled safe-haven demand. MCX gold futures (August) touched an intraday high of Rs 1,53,829 per 10 grams, while silver futures (July) climbed to Rs 2,53,345 per kg. Chennai posted the highest 24K gold rate at Rs 15,337 per gram, and silver was quoted at Rs 264.90 per gram.