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Heavy rain forecast raises crop risks

11-08-2026

Forecasts of intense rainfall across several parts of India have put agricultural commodities in focus, with soyabean, pulses, cotton, groundnut, rice, spices and vegetables potentially facing contrasting effects from improved soil moisture and the risks posed by excessive precipitation.

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India digital boom could hit $230 bn

11-08-2026

India’s digital transformation market could reach $229.59 billion by 2029, driven by rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, enterprise digitisation and expanding digital public infrastructure, according to a report released on Monday.

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Gold climbs for 5th session as rupee supports price rally

11-08-2026

Gold extended its advance for a fifth consecutive session on Monday, rising ₹2,000 to ₹1.56 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital as a weaker rupee raised the cost of imported bullion, while silver surged ₹5,200 per kg.

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Maize prices surge on strong poultry buying, wheat rates mostly steady

11-08-2026

Maize prices jumped in Indore on Monday as strong poultry-sector demand and reduced arrivals tightened supplies, while wheat remained largely steady across major centres. Select basmati rice varieties strengthened on firm buying and limited availability.

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Chana prices ease, strong festival demand may support further gains

11-08-2026

Chana prices eased in key spot markets on Monday after recent gains, but tightening supplies and buying ahead of the festival season are expected to keep the broader price trend firm. Tur and moong, meanwhile, remained largely steady.

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Jeera extends slide as turmeric, coriander strengthen modestly

11-08-2026

Jeera extended its decline for a fifth consecutive session on Monday as weak demand and comfortable supplies weighed on prices, while turmeric and coriander strengthened on improved buying.

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