Sweet trouble: Sugar prices surge to 17-month high as govt warns mills against festival hoardingRaw sugar futures have reached their highest level since March 2025. Strong Indian import demand and Brazilian supply disruptions are drivi...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
Govt asks sugar mills to ensure adequate supplies during festivals, keep prices 'reasonable'Indian sugar mills are asked to ensure adequate supplies for the upcoming festival season. Domestic mills are seeking to import nearly 800,...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Refiners to sell 2.5 lakh tonnes of white sugar in domestic market: Shree Renuka Sugars MD & CEOTo combat the rising sugar prices, Indian refiners are gearing up to sell 2.5 lakh tonnes of white sugar domestically. This decision aligns...
09 Sep, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
Your sweet tooth craving may get a little more expensiveRising sugar prices are pushing packaged food companies towards another round of price hikes or smaller pack sizes. Bikaji Foods is rolling...
07 Sep, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
A bitter pill for sweet lovers as sugar prices put festive mithai, chocolates and biscuits at risk of a hikeConsumer goods companies are planning price hikes due to high sugar costs. Bikaji Foods is already implementing a two percent increase on i...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
Sugar prices are rising on tight supply and strong demand: Which sugar stocks could benefit most?India is currently experiencing a sugar shortage, caused by shorter production yields and increased consumer demand. While government initi...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Apple in halwa? Mumbai nutritionist shares healthy festive dessert recipe with only 180 calories per serveCelebrate the festive season with a wholesome twist on traditional sweets by trying a healthy halwa recipe. Renowned Mumbai nutritionist Va...
05 Sep, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Indian FMCG stares at broadening commodity inflation and a new source of cost pressureThe raw-material cost environment for FMCG makers has become increasingly uneven in the second quarter of FY27, with prices of several agri...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
GST, auto sales, UPI data point to resilient growth in AugustIn August, India's GST collections rose by 14.8%, totaling ā¹2 lakh crore. The surge in bulk car sales by 36% indicates robust consumer enth...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India seeks applications for remaining raw sugar import quotaIndia has opened up applications for its remaining raw sugar import quota, allowing eligible millers and refiners to apply for this lucrati...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
Sugar stocks rally continues: Balrampur Chini, Dhampur Sugar, Uttam Sugar Mills rally up to 4%. Two big triggersSugar stocks rallied as domestic sugar prices surged sharply over the past month. Government data showed retail prices rising from Rs 48.18...
28 Aug, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
In Graphics: Kitchen basket inflation is backEdible oils and eggs are also seeing higher prices. Demand for most commodities is elevated amid the onset of the festival season, even as ...
28 Aug, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
Goldman Sachs says Britannia could see biggest cost impact as sugar prices continue to soarRising sugar prices are raising concerns over higher input costs for consumer companies, with Goldman Sachs identifying Britannia Industrie...
27 Aug, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Sugar shortage bites: Retailers cap purchases, prices surge 29% ahead of Raksha BandhanMajor retailers are limiting sugar purchases to three kilograms per customer. Quick commerce platforms also restrict sugar sales to a few p...
27 Aug, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
India to divert 350,000 tonnes of sugar exports to local market amid shortageIndian refiners will divert 350,000 tons of sugar offshore to the domestic market. This move aims to ease a significant supply crunch and t...
26 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
Taking Stock: Window to process and sell imported sugar extendedThe government has extended the deadline for selling imported sugar domestically. Importers now have two months to sell processed sugar aft...
26 Aug, 2026, 01.20 AM IST
India eases raw sugar import rules as it cracks down on hoardingThe government has extended the processing window for duty-free raw sugar imports. This move aims to increase domestic sugar availability b...
25 Aug, 2026, 06.43 PM IST