Silver futures climb on fresh bets

Silver prices rose 1.46 per cent to Rs 2.39 lakh per kg in the futures trade on Wednesday amid a firm global trend.

The white metal for September delivery increased by Rs 3,429 in 1,091 lots.

Fresh positions built up by participants led to a rise in silver prices, analysts said.

In the overseas market, silver futures increased 0.96 per cent to $65.30 per ounce.