India's forex kitty shrinks by $1.27 billion as gold reserves slide

In the week ending October 23, India witnessed a decline in foreign exchange reserves, dropping by $1.269 billion to a total of $719.748 billion.

This decrease was primarily driven by a notable reduction in the value of gold reserves.

However, foreign currency assets saw a rise of $1.358 billion, reaching $593.205 billion.

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The council news desk recommends reviewing related circulars, service rules, and grievance channels where the development has service or welfare implications for SC, ST, and OBC employees.

Source attribution: Times of India – Business.

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