Bayer strengthens its phygital connect with Indian farmers as FarmRise app reaches 5 million usersThe initiative also includes digital marketplaces, satellite-based insights for risk protection, and AI-powered advisory, aiming to enhance...
13 May, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
India's retail inflation edges up to 3.48% in April as food prices firm upIndia's retail inflation saw a slight increase to 3.48 percent in April. This rise was primarily due to higher food prices. However, the ov...
12 May, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
India–New Zealand $20 billion FTA: List of sectors set to gain ground as the deal kicks inIndia and New Zealand have signed a Free Trade Agreement. This pact offers zero-duty access for most Indian exports. Key sectors like texti...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
India's digital currency push targets its leaky welfare systemWhile India's early efforts are modest compared with those of China, where more than 200 million people use the e-yuan, the world's most po...
23 Apr, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
India's digital currency push targets its leaky welfare systemIndia is piloting its digital rupee, the e-rupee, for welfare payments. This initiative aims to improve efficiency and reduce corruption in...
23 Apr, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
No unusual price volatility despite West Asia tensions, Government says; ample food stocks in placeThe government states essential commodity prices are stable despite the West Asia crisis. Sufficient wheat and rice stocks are available fo...
06 Apr, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
Bangladesh stops new import permits for onion from IndiaBangladesh has halted new onion import permits from India, prioritizing domestic farmers. While 10 lakh tonnes are exported to Bangladesh, ...
09 Jan, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
How Bangladesh is bringing onion exporters to tearsThe Indian onion export market is experiencing a downturn as longtime clients such as Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia pivot to suppliers in Pak...
28 Nov, 2025, 12.52 AM IST
Another Onion Express from Nashik arrives in Delhi, one more expected in next two daysAn Onion Express train carrying 1,341 tonnes of onions arrived in Delhi from Nashik to combat rising prices. This initiative aims to benefi...
17 Nov, 2024, 01.37 PM IST
Don’t cry over onion prices: Here's how to mitigate seasonal price hikesDried onion is a win-win. It saves money, of course. It saves cooking time by at least 10%. No need to peel in sweltering heat. When cooked...
09 Jul, 2024, 08.07 PM IST
Onion prices fall by 15% due to lack of export demandIndia lifted export ban on onions, impacting domestic and international markets. Exporters face limited demand with Indian onions more expe...
15 May, 2024, 12.48 AM IST
Shipping 'grapes', selling onions: How smugglers defy export banIndia banned the export of onions effective December 8 to make the essential kitchen staple cheaper for domestic consumers. This has led to...
13 Feb, 2024, 08.59 AM IST
India extends curbs on onion exports till March 31, 2024 amid price spikeIndia has extended restrictions on onion exports until March 31, 2024, aiming to maintain ample supply and curb escalating prices of this p...
08 Dec, 2023, 09.19 AM IST
Onion price spike slows pace of exportsIndia's onion exports had doubled in 2016-17 over the previous year.
03 Aug, 2017, 09.05 AM IST
China making inroads into export markets by exporting onions similar to Indian oneDuring last three to four years, China, has started promoting one of its variety, which is similar to Indian onion in colour, in export mar...
14 Apr, 2014, 11.50 AM IST
- Onion prices set to rise in Punjab after Pak bans exports
Retail prices of onion are set to move further upward by Rs 5 to 7 per kg in Punjab following the ban imposed by Pakistan on onion exports ...
06 Jan, 2011, 06.42 PM IST
- Pak traders exporting onions to India despite low production
About 100 trucks carrying thousands of tonnes of onions have been sent through the Wagah land border in Punjab.
23 Dec, 2010, 12.44 PM IST