Behind the glitter of bridal jewellery lies an invisible economy, one that thrives on social pressure, consumerism, and gender inequality.

The relentless surge in gold prices is putting people in a tight corner, yet some are still buying the precious metal for potential gain

Gold prices in Bangladesh continue to soar, leaving many to wonder why the precious metal costs more here than in neighbouring India or the global trading hub Dubai.

Jewellers have again raised gold prices, saying it would be sold at Tk 140,271 per bhori (11.664 grammes) from today. .The previous price of each bhori of 22-carat gold ornaments stood at Tk 138,393..Bangladesh Jewellers’ Association’s (Bajus) standing committee on pricing and price

Gold price will be Tk 1,41,950 a bhori, the highest in the history of Bangladesh, with effect from tomorrow

Jewellers raised 22-carat gold prices by Tk 2,612 per bhori

The price of gold has hit Tk 112,440 per bhori (11.664 grammes), the highest in the history of Bangladesh, as the Bangladesh Jewellers' Association (Bajus) decided to hike prices from tomorrow.

The new price will be effective from November 30