New Delhi, June 30 -- Gold and silver prices traded higher on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Tuesday, tracking gains in international bullion markets.

MCX gold price for August futures rose Rs.128, or 0.09%, to Rs.1,42,530 per 10 grams. MCX silver price for September futures gained Rs.3,029, or 1.36%, to Rs.2,25,663 per kg.

In the international market, spot gold price was up 0.2% at $4,026.17 per ounce, while US gold futures for August delivery were steady at $4,040.60 per ounce. Spot silver advanced 1% to $58.88 per ounce.

Despite Tuesday's gains, precious metals have remained under pressure. Gold prices have declined 11.2% so far in June, marking their fourth consecutive monthly decline and the steepest quarterly fall since Ap...