** Shares of Investigator Resources IVR.AX rise as much as 6.7% to A$0.032, their highest level since June 20
** Metal explorer, along with its joint venture partner Thor Energy THR.AX, to divest its 25% interest in Molyhil tungsten-molybdenum project in the Northern Territory to Tivan TVN.AX
** Says transaction to deliver up to A$2.19 million ($1.46 million) in staged consideration to co
** Adds deal allows co to focus on developing precious metals assets
** Stock up 55% YTD, including current session's moves
($1 = 1.4999 Australian dollars)
(Reporting by Nikita Maria Jino in Bengaluru)
((Nikita.Jino@thomsonreuters.com))