Sweltering heatwave intensifies vegetables & pulses' price surge in India
India grapples with soaring vegetable and pulse prices exacerbated by a relentless heatwave affecting various regions. Limited supplies and surging demand have led to significant price hikes, particularly for potatoes, tomatoes, onions, ginger, and garlic. Erratic weather patterns, including heatwaves and pest infestations, disrupt supplies, while inflation remains high despite an overall slowdown in retail inflation.