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129Pakistan govt restores 18pc GST on sugar
Pakistan has restored 18% sales tax on imported sugar, ending the reduced 0.25% rate introduced in 2025 to boost supply. The move...
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229Edible oil firms weigh fresh price hikes amid cost pressures
Indian edible oil firms plan 5–6% price hikes as import costs surge up to 20% amid high crude oil, freight, and currency...
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111Reinstate standard edible oil pack sizes, SOPA urges govt
SOPA has urged the government to restore standard edible oil pack sizes, citing consumer confusion and unfair competition after deregulation. Non-uniform packaging...
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119Rs 3,500 crore FRP still unpaid in Maharashtra, mills filed false reports: Raju Shetti
Raju Shetti alleges Maharashtra mills hid ₹3,500 crore FRP dues despite claiming full payments. He urges strict action and audits, accusing mills...
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137APEDA signs 70-year lease agreement for basmati and organic training centre in Pilibhit
Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority partners with Uttar Pradesh to set up India’s first Basmati & organic training hub...
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125Japan grants US$2,6m to Zimbabwe for rice production
Japan has extended a $2.6 million agricultural equipment grant to Zimbabwe to boost rice production and reduce import dependence. The support aims...
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123India invokes WTO peace clause, exceeds 10% rice subsidy cap
World Trade Organization allows India to invoke the peace clause again, exceeding rice subsidy limits to support farmers. With $7.6B in rice...
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84Philippine : Palay production down in Q1 2026 due irrigation delays
Philippine Statistics Authority reports a 6.26% drop in Q1 2026 palay output due to irrigation delays from damaged systems. Officials expect a...
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86FCI Maharashtra initiates Sale of Rice under OMSS (D) through E-Auction and Dedicated Movement
FCI Maharashtra is offering rice under OMSS (D) via e-auction and bulk movement to boost market supply and stabilise prices. Around 10,000...
