Gold prices hit Tk 2.2 lakh in 24 hours

The Bangladesh Jeweler’s Association (BAJUS) has raised the prices of gold again in a day, with 22 carat gold up by Tk 1,469 to Tk 2,02,195 per bhori (11.664 grams), the highest so far in the country’s history. The prices have been hiked following a rise in the price of pure gold in the local market, BAJUS said in a statement on Tuesday, October 7. The new prices will come into effect from Wednesday, October 8. Besides, 21-carat gold was increased by Tk 1,399 to Tk 1,93,004 a bhori, 18-carat...