Onion traders in Nashik, Maharashtra, have suspended auctions indefinitely in protest against the government’s decision to increase export duty on onions. The move has raised concerns about a shortage of onions and an increase in prices. Traders are demanding the cancellation of export duty, a reduction in market fees, and subsidies for transportation. Last month, traders accused the government of failing to fulfill its promise to purchase onions from farmers and of setting auction prices lower than announced.
Global Health Q2 Results: Medanta operator posts 5% rise in net profit YoY at Rs 131 crore
Global Health, which operates hospitals under the Medanta brand, on Thursday said its profit after tax increased 5 per cent to Rs 131 crore in