Amul has announced an increase of ₹2 per litre in milk prices, with new rates coming into effect from May 14. The hike will apply to several popular milk variants, meaning consumers across markets will feel the change immediately. For households already stretched by rising costs, the latest adjustment adds another burden to monthly budgets.
The Iran conflict has driven plastic prices up by about 40%, raising costs for common items like bottled water. As manufacturers absorb some impact and pass the rest downstream, consumers feel the pinch through higher prices. Analysts suggest the rise could cool within four to six months if peace returns, offering a potential path back to normal costs.
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