Rupee gains tracking stronger Asian forex, equities

Is expected to trade in a 61.25 to 61.45 range for the day

The rupee on Friday rose to 61.3575/3600 per dollar versus its previous close of 61.45/46 as stronger Asian currencies and local equities aided the Indian unit.

Continuing foreign inflows into local debt helped the rupee.

Traders expect the rupee in 61.25 to 61.45 range for the day.