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Gold and silver prices rose again in the country's futures market on Monday. Gold is trading at ₹1,25,121 per 10 grams on the MCX exchange, having reached a high of ₹1,25,234 during the trading session. A day earlier, gold closed at ₹1,23,854. Silver is trading at ₹1,56,571 and reached a high of ₹1,57,413 during the trading session.
Gold futures are trading at ₹4,178.40, up ₹48 per ounce on the Comex market in New York. Gold spot prices reached ₹4,143.17. Silver futures are up 2 percent at ₹51.93 per ounce, while silver spot prices are at ₹51.45. According to experts, the rise in metal prices in the international market is due to expectations of a US interest rate cut.
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away on November 24th at the age of 89. His passing has sent shockwaves through the film industry. Dharmendra was not just an actor, but was known for his charm, simplicity, and large-heartedness. His passing has left a void in Bollywood, the South Indian film industry, and among his fans.
Amitabh Bachchan, known as the "Megastar of the Century," penned an emotional post on social media regarding Dharmendra's passing. He wrote, "Another brave man has left us. He leaves behind a silence. Dharamji. He was a true example in himself. He was known not only for his physical presence, but also for his big heart and unwavering simplicity."
A massive plume of ash, released by the Haile Gubi volcano in Ethiopia's Haile Gubi volcano, the first eruption in 12,000 years, has now moved toward India, posing a significant challenge to air traffic. The thick ash cloud has forced the cancellation or diversion of several international flights. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an advisory to airlines and airports, instructing them to remain vigilant and avoid affected areas.
Winter has begun to take hold in North India. A sudden drop in temperatures following rain has increased the chill from Kashmir to Punjab and Haryana. Minimum temperatures have dropped below zero in many places in the Kashmir Valley, making nights extremely cold. Meanwhile, a low pressure area in the Bay of Bengal has caused heavy rains in many parts of South India, disrupting normal life.
Air quality in the national capital, Delhi, has once again reached hazardous levels. According to data recorded on the SAMEER app on Tuesday morning, 37 of Delhi's 39 monitoring stations recorded an AQI above 300, which falls in the "very poor" category. In many areas of the capital, the AQI reached near or above 400, posing a significant health risk. A blanket of smoke, dust, and haze loomed over the city, and air pollution levels continued to rise.
The city is set to witness a historic moment today when Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the saffron flag atop the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. This event, taking place on the auspicious occasion of Vivah Panchami, is considered extremely significant from a spiritual and cultural perspective. Unprecedented security arrangements have been made in the city for the ceremony, and the entire area has been transformed into an impregnable fortress. On Monday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath himself arrived in Ayodhya and thoroughly inspected the preparations, including reviewing all aspects of the temple complex, administrative arrangements, and visitor security.
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