Silver price falls 2% on MCX as high crude prices dim hopes of a US Fed rate cut – Where is the white metal headed? by Live mint | March 16, 2026 9:21 am | Indian Stocks, Market, News Silver prices dropped 2% on March 16 amid a weaker dollar and high oil prices, creating tension for precious metals. MCX Silver fell to ₹2,54,367 per kg, while gold also remained under pressure.