By Ashitha Shivaprasad April 17 (Reuters) - Gold prices extended gains on Friday, supported by a weaker dollar and comments from Iran's foreign minister that passage through the Strait of Hormuz remains open during the ceasefire,

The Indian government has issued a notification on gold and silver imports, after confusion over policy had held up the precious metals at customs, just days before a Hindu festival when buying bullion is considered auspicious.