Gold and silver prices reach new highs

Gold and silver prices surged to record levels on Monday. Gold prices rose by Rs 4,200 per tola (11.66 grams), reaching Rs 282,000 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. The previous day, gold was traded at Rs 277,800 per tola, while the earlier record of Rs 278,000 per tola was set last Wednesday. Silver prices also climbed sharply, increasing by Rs 185 per tola to reach Rs 5,810. On the previous day, silver was traded at Rs 5,625 per tola. The all-time high for silver remains Rs 6,655 per tola, recorded last Wednesday.