Gold per tola settles at Rs465,536 in the domestic market
Our CorrespondentSeptember 05, 2026Less than a minute readA seller arranges gold bracelets at a jewelry shop in Bangkok’s Chinatown, Thailand. Photo:
Gold and silver prices declined in international and local markets on Saturday after remaining unchanged for two consecutive days.
In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $36 per ounce to $4,430.
According to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs3,600, settling at Rs465,536 in the domestic market. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs3,086 to Rs399,122.
Silver prices also witnessed a decline. The price of silver per tola dropped by Rs63 to Rs7,098, while the price of 10 grams decreased by Rs54 to Rs6,085.
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Addressing UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, High Commissioner Volker Türk demanded full accountability after fatalities, while urging Washington to halt removals to high-risk nations
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The United Nations human rights chief has issued an urgent demand for accountability and independent investigations following a surge in deaths within United forced-gaza-exodus/” title=”Muslim states warn against forced Gaza exodus”>States immigration detention facilities.
Speaking at the opening of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, High Commissioner Volker Türk noted that four additional fatalities recorded since June brought the total number of deaths in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody to 23 for 2026 alone.
He urged Washington to halt removals to high-risk nations.
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Hafsa Naeem is an entertainment reporter specialising in K-dramas, films, and celebrity-driven stories. She explores global content trends and audience engagement, delivering accessible coverage that captures the emotional and cultural impact of entertainment across diverse viewership.
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