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Gold and silver prices fell sharply in early trade on Friday on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). After hitting record highs in the previous session, both precious metals slipped under pressure from investor profit-booking and global cues. Silver prices fell nearly 4% on the MCX, while gold fell 3% to below ₹1.78 lakh per 10 grams.
Gold prices for April delivery on the MCX opened at ₹1,80,499 per 10 grams on Friday, down 1.88% from its previous closing price of ₹1,83,962. Gold prices further declined to ₹1,78,444 per 10 grams during trading, a decline of nearly 3%. Earlier on Thursday, MCX Gold had touched an all-time high of ₹1,93,096 per 10 grams.
Domestic stock markets opened weak on Friday under heavy selling pressure. Increased volatility in global markets and sharp fluctuations in gold and silver prices appeared to shake investor confidence. The Sensex fell by more than 500 points in early trading, while the Nifty declined by more than 0.6 percent.
On Friday, the BSE Sensex opened at 81,950.05, down 616.32 points, or 0.75 percent. The NSE Nifty 50 index slipped 171.35 points, or 0.67 percent, to 25,247.55. This weakness is believed to be a result of global cues and sharp movements in the commodity market.
In view of the Union Budget 2026, Indian stock markets will remain open on Sunday, February 1. Markets are typically closed on Sundays, but special live trading sessions will be held on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and commodity markets to allow investors and traders to react in real time to the budget presentation.
According to an official circular issued by the NSE and BSE on January 16, 2026, stock market trading will be as usual on February 1. The pre-open session will begin at 9:00 am and continue until 9:08 am, while the general market will be open from 9:15 am to 3:30 pm. Trade modifications will then be available until 4:15 pm.
Former Indian captain and legendary cricketer Virat Kohli's Instagram account suddenly disappeared late Thursday-Friday night. Searching for his name on the social media platform reveals neither his profile nor any posts. Millions of fans are shocked and concerned by this unexpected development.
Searching for Virat Kohli on Instagram reveals his profile completely missing. Many users say it appears the account has been deleted or deactivated. However, no official statement has been issued by Kohli or his management team regarding this matter, further fueling the suspense.
US President Donald Trump has once again taken a tough stance against Canada, announcing a major and aggressive move related to the aviation industry. This decision is feared to further intensify existing trade tensions between the US and Canada. In a social media post, Trump accused Canada of discriminating against the American aircraft manufacturer Gulfstream.
The weather is set to change again in the last days of January. According to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Department (IMD), a new Western Disturbance will become active on the night of January 30th, affecting northern and northwestern India, as well as the southern coastal areas. This system will bring heavy rain and snowfall in the hilly states, while rain, cold waves, and dense fog may increase in the plains.
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