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Madhya Pradesh Farmers Stage Symbolic Funeral for Onions as Market Prices Collapse Below Production Costs
Nov 25, 2025 02:45 am CST
Farmers in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district have conducted a symbolic funeral for onions after market prices crashed to Rs 1-10 per kg, far below the Rs 10-12 per kg production cost. The protest highlights how the 25% export duty has made Indian onions uncompetitive internationally, leading to stockpiles and price collapse despite appeals to the government for intervention.
Indian Thali Costs Drop Significantly: Vegetarian Meals Down 17%, Non-Vegetarian 12% in October 2023
Nov 07, 2025 09:04 pm CST
A Crisil report reveals significant price reductions in home-cooked Indian meals this October, with vegetarian thalis becoming 17% cheaper and non-vegetarian options down 12% year-on-year. The welcome decrease stems from lower vegetable prices, with potatoes down 31%, tomatoes reduced by 40%, and declining pulse prices due to increased imports. The report also provides insights into expected price trends for key ingredients in the coming months.