New Delhi, Aug 21 (PTI) The government on Friday rejected claims that diversion of sugar for ethanol production was driving a sharp rise in the price of the sweetener and instead blamed the industry for jacking up prices despite the country having sufficient stock to meet domestic demand. The Centre said it has asked States […]

Sugar prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, increasing from ₹48.18 per kg on July 20, 2026, to ₹55.70 per kg on August 20. | India News

Sugar prices rose from ₹48.18 per kg on July 20 to ₹55.70 per kg on August 20, but the government said the increase was not due to diversion of sugar for ethanol production.

NEW DELHI: Sugar production during the current season (Oct-Sept) is estimated around 306 lakh tonnes, 11% lower than the initial projection of 343 lakh tonnes for the year by…

India's sugar production estimate has fallen significantly, impacting opening stocks for the new season. This lower output is expected to meet domestic demand until fresh…