Vegetable prices account for 40% of a veg thali's cost and 22% for a non-veg thali, with onion and potato prices rising 46% and 51%, while tomato prices doubled
The rising prices of onions, tomatoes and cooking oils caused September 2024 inflation figures to hit a nine-month high of 5.49% and this trend may continue
Navratri 2024: While the primary reason for avoiding onion and garlic is rooted in spiritual beliefs, there are also some scientific underpinnings to support it
Onion prices remain above ₹45/kg amid supply shortages as onion traders hold stock, anticipating further price rises due to heavy October and November rains