New egg grade at affordable price coming to Malaysia, says agriculture ministry
The ministry also said the decision was made considering the confidence in the industry’s ability to ensure stable and sufficient production of chicken eggs.
Oil firms in the Philippines announce price freeze in areas hit by southwest monsoon, cyclones
Prices per litre of gasoline will rise by 10 centavos, diesel by 60 centavos and kerosene by 40 centavos. Seaoil, Petron and Jetti Petroleum, however, said in separate advisories…
Lunch costs surge in Seoul’s business districts
The trend reflects shifting work styles and eating habits, as workers increasingly seek variety, speed and healthier options.
Lao government to renegotiate power purchase deals in bid to cut bills for home-owners
The dramatic rise in electricity bills has sparked public complaints, with this concern dominating debate during the recent 9th Ordinary Session of the National Assembly.
Egg prices in Bhutan soar as shortage hits local markets
While the "One-Child, One-Egg" initiative, launched in February and having delivered about 2.4 million eggs since, has been transforming school nutrition by providing eggs to…
Thai food prices surge 106.5% in 13 years, cost of living soars amid rising rent and inflation
Experts predict a 2% increase in food costs for 2025–2026, driven by inflation and rising rent.
Middlemen, extortion push up vegetable prices in Bangladesh: report
The Daily Star obtained a copy of the report, which said middlemen hold significant dominance in the vegetable market, buying produce from farmers at low prices and selling it at…
Analysis: The bitter reality driving Pakistan’s sugar prices higher
With no effective policy cohesion and regulatory oversight, the burden continues to fall on ordinary citizens who are forced to absorb rising costs amid persistent market…
Home-cooked vegetarian, non-vegetarian thali prices in India fall 8% and 6% YoY in June: Report
On a monthly basis, the cost of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis rose 3% and 4%, respectively, in June 2025.
Thailand concerned over rising costs as Vietnam secures 20% US import tariff deal
Vietnam secures a 20% tariff deal with the US, leaving Thailand to face potential higher costs and competitive disadvantages in exports to the US market.