KARACHI, June 15 -- Gold prices witnessed a significant surge across Pakistan on Monday, with the price of one tola rising by more than Rs10,000 amid a sharp increase in international bullion markets.

According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of 24-karat gold per tola increased by Rs10,800, reaching Rs455,136 in the local market.

Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold recorded a substantial rise of Rs9,720, climbing to Rs389,600. The latest increase reflects continued volatility in precious metals markets, where investor demand for safe-haven assets remains strong.

Market analysts attributed the sharp rise in domestic gold prices to gains in the international market, as global investors shifted towards g...