KATHMANDU: Gold prices have reached unprecedented levels, with fine gold hitting a new high of Rs 135,600 per tola on Thursday.

This surge of Rs 2,500 per tola builds upon an already record-breaking increase in recent times.

As reported by the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold has now been set at Rs 135,600 per tola, while standard gold is being traded at Rs 134,950 per tola.

In parallel, the price of silver stands at Rs 1,670 per tola today.