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VEGETABLE PRICES LOCKDOWN
Hobby to hustle: Six years ago, the pandemic and lockdowns sparked a wave of micro-entrepreneurs. Here’s how some built to lastIndia’s Covid-era “hobby economy” — spanning gardening, baking, fitness and pet care — has evolved into a ₹1.5-2 lakh cr market, though not...
Photos of Gucci & Bvlgari delivering veggies to customers locked down in Shanghai is winning the internet. But, are these memes or client servicing?Residents of Shanghai are sharing photos of exquisite vegetable and fruit baskets.
Chinese govt urges citizens to keep stock of daily necessities ahead of winter following extreme weather and Covid-19The pandemic has brought an increased focus on food security for Beijing. The government is currently drafting a food security law and has ...
Food prices rose less in the second wave of COVID-19: RBI StudyA study by RBI economists found that average retail price rose over 6 per cent for several pulses, over 3.5 per cent for most edible oils, ...
Consumers expects fall in income, savings due to high fuel, commodity prices: SurveyThe 'Mood of the Consumer' survey was aimed at understanding how many more people paid to purchase vegetables in comparison to December 202...
With no let-up in COVID surge, lockdown extended by 7 days in MizoramThe total lockdown imposed in Aizawl and other district headquarters from May 10 has been extended for another 7 days to flatten the COVID-...
Rising prices hit households reeling from shrunk budgetsHouseholds across the country are facing the onslaught of rising prices and are witnessing a sharp dent in their monthly spend capabilities...
Supply disruptions in agriculture hike up food inflation even as demand remains lowSupply disruptions in agriculture hike up food inflation even as demand remains low
COVID-19: Around 55 inmates of Guwahati Central jail test positiveLeader of Opposition Debabrata Saikia stated that the Legal Department of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) will provide assistance t...
Subsidy on transportation of fruits & veggies on big price fallThe Centre will provide 50% subsidy on the transportation of fruits and vegetables if prices fall below threshold levels, government offici...
Wholesale veggie prices crash during lockdownWith state borders sealed, and supply chains hampered, what possibly led to the crashing prices was distress sale of perishable veggies and...
Food prices down up to 75%The prices are likely to remain weak till mid-June, industry insiders said, citing continued transportation issues with many state borders ...
Fruit, veggie exports fall 70% during lockdownThe average export was 4 lakh tonne a month in the previous year and now only 30% of that is happening said an APEDA official.
Special Cell is ensuring hassle-free movement of perishables across India: Agriculture MinisterMore than 2,000 major markets are now functional in the country. State governments were requested to relax Mandi Act norms so that farmers ...
Lockdown brings change in buying behaviour, more older people hop onto digital tech: SurveyThe lockdown has changed buying behaviour of Indians - like purchasing vegetables without asking for price.
Experts warn about food inflation as farmers begin reducing area under vegetables"We have to be ready for tremendous inflation for perishable food products in future as farmers would be investing low in such products," s...
Palm oil prices edge up on bargain buying, but slump in crude oil weighsPalm oil had climbed 2.4 per cent in early trade on price adjustment but slipped following a drop in crude oil prices, traders said.
Retail inflation eases: Experts say this may be a short-term reliefCPI inflation finally nudged below the upper limit of the MPC's 2%-6% band in March.
Covid-19 to accentuate growth slowdown, impact on inflation ambiguous: RBI“COVID-19, the accompanying lockdowns and the expected contraction in global output in 2020 weigh heavily on the growth outlook,” the centr...
India's vegetable oil demand set to drop for first time in decadesMost trade and industry officials now agree that India's vegetable oil demand - predominantly palm oil and soyoil - will fall below previou...