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title: "Gold prices surge in Sri Lanka"
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# Gold prices surge in Sri Lanka

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Gold prices in Sri Lanka have seen a notable increase, according to the latest market data from the Colombo Gold Centre.  

As of this morning (21), the price of a pound of 22-carat gold has risen to Rs. 193,200, marking a jump from Rs. 190,500 recorded just two days ago (19).  

Similarly, the price of 24-carat gold has increased by Rs. 2,000, bringing it to Rs. 210,000 per pound today.

-Ada Derena