Govt taking measures to control prices of pulses
With pulses still ruling as high as Rs 200 per kg, the government said it is taking several measures to boost domestic output and imports, besides taking action against hoarders to control rates.
Jul 14, 2016, 10:51 AM IST
'India facing shortage of pulses, may import to meet demand'
India is facing a huge shortage of pulses, prices of which may increase by 10-15 percent ahead of the festival season, says an Assocham study.
Sep 25, 2015, 19:31 PM IST
Govt issues tender to import 5,000 tonnes of urad
The government has issued a tender to import 5,000 tonnes of urad (black matpe) from Myanmar and other countries to boost domestic supply from September and curb price rise of lentils.
Jul 17, 2015, 17:25 PM IST
Govt to import 5,000 tonnes of urad to contain prices
The government on Tuesday said it is considering importing 5,000 tonnes of urad dal to improve domestic availability and check price rise.
Jul 07, 2015, 14:40 PM IST
