Most recently, with firm demand for wheat and wheat products ahead of the festive season, wheat prices gained by 5 per cent from month-to-date and 2 per cent from the last week. Domestic supplies remain tight due to lower production this year coupled with strong
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong