A City In India Where It’s Difficult To Find Onions Even In Salads
Katra in Jammu and Kashmir is the only city in India where onion and garlic are completely banned. It is neither cultivated here, nor sold, nor used in hotels and restaurants. Keeping in mind religious beliefs and faith, this tradition is strictly followed, which is a unique example of faith and discipline.
Sep 06, 2025, 14:29 PM IST
Centre Lifts Ban On Onion Export, Fixes MSP To Woo Farmers, Traders Ahead Of Phase 3 Polling In Maharashtra
Onion traders and farmers, especially from Maharashtra had been demanding for the lifting of the export ban.
May 04, 2024, 14:43 PM IST
Government Permits Export Of 99,150 Metric Tonnes Of Onions To 6 Countries
The offer rate of NCEL to the buyers takes into account the prevailing prices in the destination market and also international and domestic markets.
Apr 28, 2024, 20:23 PM IST
India Extends Ban On Onion Exports Indefinitely Ahead Of General Election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking a record-equalling third straight term in upcoming elections that will be held over almost seven weeks from April 19.
Mar 23, 2024, 14:11 PM IST
Government Permits Traders To Export 54,760 Tonnes Of Onion To 4 Countries
The ban was imposed on December 8, 2023, in order to boost the domestic supply and check price rise.
Feb 22, 2024, 18:38 PM IST
Onion Export Ban To Continue Till Mar 31: Govt
In the 2023 rabi season, onion production was estimated to be at 22.7 million tonnes.
Feb 20, 2024, 15:18 PM IST