silver prices are witnessing sharp volatility after the Indian government imposed restrictions on most silver imports and increased customs duty on precious metals to 15%, which may tighten domestic supply and increase local premiums. At the same time, global silver prices are under pressure due to rising US bond yields, strong dollar movement, and fears of delayed US Fed rate cuts, leading to heavy profit-booking in silver futures. However, strong industrial demand from solar, EV, and electronics sectors continues to provide long-term support to silver prices.