India, Oct. 30 -- Crude oil prices increased by Rs. 131, or 1.35%, to Rs. 9,840 per barrel in futures trade on Friday, supported by positive global market trends.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), crude oil futures for November delivery advanced Rs. 131 to Rs. 9,840 per barrel, with a business turnover of 8,410 lots.

Analysts attributed the rise to increased buying interest and fresh positions taken by market participants.

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