, June 6 -- The price of gold has increased by Tk 2,415 per bhori (11.664 grams) for 22-carat gold, now standing at Tk 1,72,336, effective from today (Friday) - just a day before Eid.

In a press release, the Bangladesh Jewellers' Association (Bajus ) said the price of acid gold (pure gold) has risen in the local market.

Considering the overall situation, a new price has been set accordingly.

As per the latest rates, the price of 22-carat gold is now Tk 1,72,336 per bhori, while 21-carat gold will cost Tk 1,64,497.

Gold price to go down by Tk 3452 per bhori from Friday

The price for 18-carat gold stands at Tk 1,40,994 per bhori, and traditional method gold is priced at Tk 1,16,640 per bhori.

This is the first price hike by Bajus in J...