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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India is facing uncertainty over foreign exchange, crude oil, and fertiliser prices, along with a shortfall of rains.

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Who
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
What
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India is facing uncertainty over foreign exchange, crude oil, and fertiliser prices, along with a shortfall of rains.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:31:21 GMT · 3h 13m ago
Where
India ·
Why
The rising price of crude oil and the cost of insurance and risk management for imports are making pricing a significant challenge for India.
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India, a nation reliant on raw material imports, is experiencing strain due to rising global commodity prices, necessitating strong foreign exchange reserves to manage its expanding economy's critical input demands.

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