Gold prices in India remained stable on 31 October 2026 with 24 karat gold quoting ₹13,888 per gram. Investors across the Gulf region monitored the movement as a hedge against inflation.
Gold prices in the UAE have experienced a drop of Dh4 after reaching weekly highs. Dubai gold rates have fallen below Dh570, indicating a shift in the gold market.
The dollar rate in Pakistan is a crucial factor in determining the country's economy. Gold prices in Pakistan are also affected by the dollar rate, with rates changing regularly.
Four tankers caught fire after hitting mines near the Strait of Hormuz, while the US prepares additional air defenses in Israel. Trump signals readiness for a strike despite unresolved negotiations with Tehran.
Projections give Democrats control of the House and put them within striking distance of the Senate. Key wins in South Carolina and North Carolina highlight a widening Democratic wave.
Govidan Nair, a 62‑year‑old Indian textile owner living in Dubai, secured a $1 million prize in the Millennium Millionaire Series 562 after 25 years of participation. Another Indian winner took home a Harley‑Davidson in the accompanying draw.
A mid‑morning collision between two private helicopters at Pheriche helipad in Nepal’s Solukhumbu district left one Indian tourist dead and three people injured. Authorities are investigating the accident as the trekking season peaks.
Iran has presented seven core conditions it says must be satisfied before any cease‑fire with the United States can be finalized. Tehran also pledged to lift the Hormuz closure in just 48 hours once its demands are fulfilled.
