Gold futures climb ₹1,283 to ₹1.63 lakh per 10 grams on MCX
Gold futures on the MCX rose ₹1,283 to ₹1,63,721 per 10 grams for October delivery, driven by fresh positions and firm spot demand. Globally, gold gained 0.99% to $4,648.78 per ounce.
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