Prices of onion and tomato increased, veg thali became costlier by 5% in June: Prices of non-veg thali also increased, prices of pulses will increase due to weather.

Prices of onion and tomato increased, veg thali became costlier by 5% in June: Prices of non-veg thali also increased, prices of pulses will increase due to weather.

The average price of home-made veg thali has increased by 5% across the country. Rating agency Crisil said in its Rice Roti Rate (RRR) that in June 2026, the price of thali has increased due to the cost of tomato, onion, edible oil and LPG cylinder. This also eliminated the impact of the fall in…

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From Tomatoes And Cauliflower To Biscuits And Cooking Oil, Why Your Food Bill May Rise Soon

From Tomatoes And Cauliflower To Biscuits And Cooking Oil, Why Your Food Bill May Rise Soon

India’s retail inflation saw an uptick in April 2026, with food prices playing a key role in driving the increase. While some staple vegetables such as potatoes and onions recorded a decline in prices, other essential items – including tomatoes and coconut-based products – pushed food inflation higher. The ripple effect is already being felt…

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Wholesale inflation highest in 12 months: It reached 2.13% in February, food items and daily essential items became expensive.

Wholesale inflation highest in 12 months: It reached 2.13% in February, food items and daily essential items became expensive.

Wholesale inflation (WPI) has increased to 2.13% in February. This is a 12-month high level of inflation. It reached 2.38% in February 2025. Earlier in January 2026, wholesale inflation was at 1.81%. Whereas in December, wholesale inflation was at 0.83%. The Commerce Ministry has released wholesale inflation figures today i.e. on March 16. Experts believe…

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Food Inflation For Farm And Rural Labourers Stays In Negative Zone During August

Food Inflation For Farm And Rural Labourers Stays In Negative Zone During August

New Delhi: The year-on-year inflation rates based on the all-India consumer price index for agricultural labourers (CPI-AL) and rural labourers (CPI-RL) for August this year were estimated at 1.07 per cent and 1.26 per cent, respectively, figures released by the Ministry of Labour & Employment on Thursday showed. The food inflation for agricultural and rural…

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Inflation Burden Eases Further In July For India’s Farm, Rural Workers

Inflation Burden Eases Further In July For India’s Farm, Rural Workers

New Delhi: The year-on-year inflation rates based on the all-India Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) for July this year declined to 0.77 per cent and 1.01 per cent, respectively, bringing respite to poor households, figures released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment on Thursday showed. The food inflation…

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Rising Frequency Of Extreme Weather Events Continue To Pose Risk For Food Inflation: RBI – News18

Rising Frequency Of Extreme Weather Events Continue To Pose Risk For Food Inflation: RBI – News18

Last Updated:December 31, 2024, 08:13 IST Garlic inflation remained particularly high, exceeding 80%, and several pulse varieties also saw inflation rates above 20%. RBI The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Financial Stability Report warns that the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, such as heatwaves and unseasonal rains, continues to pose a significant risk to…

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