KATHMANDU: Gold prices in the market increased on Monday, rising by Rs 1,300 per tola (11.66 grams). According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of gold has been fixed at Rs 300,500 per tola.

On Sunday, gold was traded at Rs 299,200 per tola.

Similarly, silver prices also went up on Monday by Rs 50 per tola, reaching Rs 5,045 per tola, the federation reported.

On Sunday, silver was traded at Rs 4,995 per tola.

In the international market, gold is currently being traded at USD 4,724.31 per ounce, while silver stands at USD 76.44 per ounce.