Gold and silver prices fell sharply on January 31, 2026, with silver dropping 19 percent and gold down two percent after a global sell-off driven by a stronger US dollar. Despite the correction, both metals posted strong gains for January, while analysts expect continued volatility ahead of the Union Budget 2026. PICS/PTI/AFP

Indian benchmark indices ended marginally higher in the special Muhurat trading session on Sunday, with the Nifty closing around 25,900. (PICS/ ATUL KAMBLE)