Gita Gopinath says India is among the worst hit by the West Asia conflict, with disruption spreading beyond prices to supply chains for oil and gas. She warns fertiliser shortages could translate into lower farm output, lifting food inflation later. Growth is still projected around 6.5%, helped by tariff relief, while solar energy could cushion future shocks.
To curb soaring tomato prices, the government is selling tomatoes at Rs 65 per kg via mobile vans in Delhi and nearby cities. The spike is linked to unseasonal rains in Maharashtra that damaged crops, while delayed sowing and rising pest pressures have reduced supply. A price stabilization fund is reportedly helping manage costs.
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