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Chennai gold slips ahead of Akshaya Tritiya as 24K price falls again
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
24K gold drops by over ₹130 per gram
Gold prices in Chennai eased slightly on Friday, April 17, 2026, mirroring the national trend. Leading jewellers quoted 24K gold at around ₹15,431 per gram, down from ₹15,568 on Thursday. The dip comes ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, when demand typically rises and prices can swing quickly.
- Chennai 24K gold price fell to about ₹15,431 per gram
- Friday rate is down from Thursday’s ₹15,568
- Move matches the larger national trend in gold markets
- Akshaya Tritiya ahead could impact next price movement
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