Check Gold and Silver Prices on Feb 18, 2026, Across Chennai, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram & More

As of 9:55 AM on February 18, 2026, gold and silver prices in India recorded gains in morning trade. Gold prices rose by ₹1,380, or 0.91%, to trade at ₹153,520 per 10 grams, reflecting steady demand and supportive global cues. Meanwhile, silver prices climbed ₹4,600, or 1.99%, reaching ₹235,830 per kilogram. 

10 Gram Gold Prices in Major Indian Cities on February 18, 2026

Note: These prices are indicative. Actual prices may vary depending on the dealer's margins, making charges, GST, and other applicable levies.

1 KG Silver Prices in Major Indian Cities on February 18, 2026

Note: These prices are indicative. Actual prices may vary depending on the dealer's margins, making charges, GST, and other applicable levies.

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Gold and Silver Rates in Major Cities

As of 10:00 AM on February 18, 2026, gold and silver prices showed gains across major southern cities. 

In Thiruvananthapuram, gold traded at ₹153,810 per 10 grams, up ₹1,490 or 0.98%, while silver rose ₹5,210 or 2.25% to ₹236,730 per kg. 

Similarly, in Chennai, gold prices stood at ₹153,790 per 10 grams, gaining ₹1,490, while silver prices climbed to ₹236,700 per kg. 

Meanwhile, in Hyderabad, gold prices reached ₹153,580 per 10 grams, rising ₹1,480 or 0.97%, with silver trading at ₹236,390 per kg after a ₹5,210 increase.

Gold and Silver Futures Performance

In the commodities futures market, gold and silver contracts witnessed strong gains in recent trading. 

Gold futures (April 2, 2026 expiry) opened at ₹153,303 per 10 grams and touched a low of ₹152,719 before rising to a high of ₹153,450, with the last traded price (LTP) at ₹153,449, marking an increase of ₹2,031 or 1.34% over the previous close. 

Meanwhile, Silver Mini futures (February 27, 2026 expiry) opened at ₹233,994 per kg and moved sharply higher to touch a high of ₹239,899, with the LTP at ₹239,580, registering a gain of ₹8,069 or 3.49%.

Conclusion

Precious metal prices continue to show firm momentum across India, supported by steady demand in spot markets and strong performance in futures trading. Rising prices across major cities and active gains in commodity contracts suggest sustained investor interest in gold and silver as safe-haven and investment assets. Market participants are likely to keep a close watch on global economic cues, currency movements, and demand trends, which will play a key role in determining the near-term direction of precious metal prices.

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