Pakistan, May 6 -- Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend on Tuesday, mirroring a global increase. The price of gold per tola surged by Rs6,100, reaching Rs356,100, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs5,232, now selling at Rs305,300. This comes just a day after gold per tola jumped by Rs7,800 to reach Rs350,000 on Monday.

The rise in local prices follows a sharp increase in global gold rates. Internationally, gold climbed to $3,377 per ounce, including a $20 premium, registering a $61 gain in a single day.

Silver prices also went up alongside gold. The price of silver per tola increased by Rs57, bringing it to Rs3,482.

This surge...