India rice exports decline as Iran war curbs basmati shipments to GulfIndia's rice exports saw a slight dip in the first four months of 2026. Shipments of premium basmati rice to Gulf markets faced disruptions...
27 May, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
West Asia conflict may dent India Inc profitability by 200 bps: CrisilA prolonged West Asia conflict poses a risk to India Inc's profitability. Crisil Ratings predicts a significant drop in operating margins d...
25 May, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Consumer companies feel summer wedding glow as jewellery, appliances, staples sales outpace winter gainsSummer weddings are driving a significant spending surge across India. Strong rural incomes from a good harvest are boosting sales of every...
01 May, 2026, 04.00 AM IST
Bardhaman’s potato economy in focus as farmers weigh choices amid Bengal pollsIn Purba Bardhaman, potato farmers face price caps, weak markets and migration woes. As elections near, discontent simmers, but TMC still a...
28 Apr, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Basmati rice exporters urge govt action on shipping charges amid West Asia crisisBasmati rice exporters face crippling shipping charges. War-risk surcharges are soaring, sometimes reaching 70 percent of cargo value. Ship...
27 Apr, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
West Asia war: Punjab industry hit by labour shortage, rising costsThe ongoing turmoil in West Asia is sending ripples through Punjab's industrial landscape. Manufacturers of textiles, bicycles, and automot...
13 Apr, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
Wholesale rice prices up 7% as West Asia ceasefire fuels export rushIndian rice prices have seen a significant jump at the wholesale level. This surge follows a recent ceasefire between the US and Iran, lead...
11 Apr, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
Rice prices down by up to 36% post-festive seasonRice prices have dropped considerably after the festive season. This is due to a larger kharif crop harvest this year. Common non-basmati r...
03 Nov, 2025, 04.51 PM IST
Revenue growth of basmati industry to moderate to 4% this fiscal from 20% seen last fiscal, says CrisilIndia's basmati industry is set to see a revenue growth of around 4% this fiscal, reaching nearly Rs 70,000 crore. This growth is driven by...
19 Sep, 2024, 04.54 PM IST
Exporters see international basmati prices rise 12%Basmati exporters expect prices of this popular rice variety to increase 10%-12% in the international market this year as the demand starts...
06 Jul, 2016, 09.44 PM IST
Lower basmati prices due to softening of international rates: Punjab governmentPunjab basmati growers have been complaining about not getting "remunerative" rates this season similar to what crop prices prevailed last ...
29 Sep, 2014, 07.06 PM IST
- Rice basmati prices rise in thin trade
Rice basmati prices rose by Rs 100 per quintal in an otherwise steady wholesale grains market today on scattered buying.
07 Mar, 2013, 04.43 PM IST
Rice basmati strengthens on pick up in demandRice basmati prices strengthened by Rs 100 per quintal on the wholesale grains market today on pick up in demand.
20 Dec, 2012, 03.45 PM IST
- Steady export demand may keep basmati prices firm
Steady export demand and increased buying by domestic traders are expected to keep basmati prices bullish. Production of both traditional a...
29 Oct, 2012, 07.19 AM IST
Basmati prices shoot up, govt may hike MEPPrices for basmati rice varieties have shot up from earlier lows, indicating exporters are willing to buy from farmers at higher prices.
17 Nov, 2009, 08.45 PM IST
- High demand in India raises basmati price in UK
Eating out in an Indian restaurant in Britain has become a more costly experience due to a 75 per cent increase in the price of basmati ric...
14 Feb, 2008, 07.50 AM IST
- Country losing Saudi Arabian rice mkt to US on high basmati prices
India is losing its single biggest rice market to the Americans as expensive basmati forces Saudi Arabian consumers to shift to cheaper alt...
07 Nov, 2007, 03.55 AM IST