From The Hindu BusinessLine
Center-Right Owned by The Hindu Group (Kasturi & Sons)Sugar prices rise over ₹4 per kg in a month amid tight supplies
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Sugar prices in India have risen by more than ₹4 per kilogram over the past month as tight supplies and festive demand pressurise the market. Retail rates average ₹59.50 per kg, with wholesale at ₹55.40 per kg; Kolkata records the highest retail price at ₹65 per kg followed by Delhi at ₹64 per kg. The government has eased stock limits and advanced crushing operations, noting that 2025‑26 output falls short.
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Retail and wholesale rates climb amid tight supplies and festive demand, with Kolkata recording the highest price among major metros.
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Sugar prices in India have risen significantly over the past month in both retail and wholesale markets. Retail prices have now reached Rs 59.50 per kg while wholesale prices stand at Rs 55.40 per kg. Kolkata has the highest retail price at Rs 65 per kg followed closely by Delhi at Rs 64. The…
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Retail averages ₹59.50 per kg; government eases stock limits and advances crushing as 2025-26 output falls short
