India's retail inflation climbed to 4.38 per cent in June 2026, crossing the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) 4 per cent target for the first time in months. While the overall inflation rate remains within the RBI's 2 to 6 per cent tolerance band, the latest data shows households are once again paying noticeably more for several everyday essentials, especially food.Here's a breakdown of which things got more expensive and what got cheaper.<h2>10 things that became more expensive</h2>1. Silver jewellery (+133.21%)In June 2026, Silver witnessed the biggest jump. Surging global precious metal prices pushed silver jewellery inflation above 133 per cent.2. Ginger (+50.41%)Ginger recorded one of the sharpest food price increases. The increase in price was driven by seasonal supply constraints.3. Gold, diamond and platinum jewellery (+36.82%)Higher international bullion prices continued to feed into domestic jewellery costs, jacking up the price of Gold, diamond and platinum by 36.82 per cent.4. Tomatoes (+31.92%)Monsoon-related supply disruptions once again made tomatoes one of the costliest vegetables. According to Crisil, the increase in price of this Indian household staple was caused by a delayed and lower summer crop planting caused by high temperatures in February and March.5. Raisins - Kishmish/Monacca (+20.52%)Dry fruits also witnessed significant price pressure, with prices going up by 20.52 per cent.6. Personal care products (+16.72%)Another notable increase was recorded in the prices of personal care and miscellaneous services. These recorded one of the fastest-growing inflation categories.7. Restaurants and accommodation (+6.91%)While home-cooked meals became more expensive, dining out and hotel stays also grew costlier due to rising operating expenses.8. Food and beverages (+5.05%)The overall food basket remained the biggest contributor to headline inflation.9. Transport (+4.31%)Higher fuel costs following disruptions in global oil markets pushed transport costs upward.10. Clothing and footwear (+3.23%)Apparel prices also continued their steady upward climb.<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>S.No.</th><th>Item</th><th>Inflation (%)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Silver jewellery</td><td>+133.21%</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Ginger</td><td>+50.41%</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Gold, diamond and platinum jewellery</td><td>+36.82%</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Tomatoes</td><td>+31.92%</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Raisins – Kishmish/Monacca</td><td>+20.52%</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Personal care products</td><td>+16.72%</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Restaurants and accommodation</td><td>+6.91%</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Food and beverages</td><td>+5.05%</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Transport</td><td>+4.31%</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Clothing and footwear</td><td>+3.23%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-are-indians-being-forced-to-buy-e20-and-can-t-choose-normal-petrol-e10-government-finally-answers-1783731750234">Why are Indians being forced to buy E20 petrol? Government finally answers</a><h2>5 things that actually became cheaper</h2>Despite the overall rise in prices, some products surprisingly bucked the trend and saw a reduction in prices.Potatoes: -20.34% Peas: -9.67% Cumin (Jeera): -3.75% Motor car and jeep: -6.89 Motor cycle and scooter: -3.49 Housing inflation remained relatively subdued at 2.10%, helping cushion the overall CPI. Some manufactured goods also showed limited price increases compared with food items.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/why-us-gas-prices-aren-t-coming-down-1783939320063/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/why-us-gas-prices-aren-t-coming-down-1783939320063/embed</a>&nbsp;<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>S.No.</th><th>Item&nbsp;</th><th>Inflation (%)May, 2026</th><th>Inflation (%)June, 2026</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Potato</td><td>-23.71</td><td>-20.34</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Peas&nbsp;</td><td>-11.47&nbsp;</td><td>-9.67</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Motor car and jeep</td><td>-7.19</td><td>-6.89</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Cumin(Jeera)</td><td>-4.59</td><td>-3.75</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Motor cycle and scooter</td><td>-3.59</td><td>-3.49</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

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<h2>Which states recorded the highest inflation?</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rank</td><td>State/UT</td><td>Retail inflation</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>&nbsp;Telangana</td><td>6.36%</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Andhra Pradesh</td><td>5.39%</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Puducherry</td><td>5.39%</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Madhya Pradesh</td><td>5.09%</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Karnataka</td><td>4.80%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h2>Lowest inflation: State-wise</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>State</td><td>Inflation</td></tr><tr><td>Mizoram</td><td>1.63%</td></tr><tr><td>Tripura</td><td>1.65%</td></tr><tr><td>Arunachal Pradesh</td><td>2.47%</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h2>Why did inflation rise in June 2026?</h2>A perfect storm of local crop shortages and global tension drove a sharp rise in grocery prices last month, pushing food inflation up to 5.32 per cent.The price hikes hit families in rural areas the hardest, where food inflation reached 5.45 per cent compared to 5.09 per cent in cities. The main cause was a massive jump in the cost of basic kitchen staples, led by a sudden rally in tomato and ginger prices, along with a steep rise in gold and precious metals that pushed jewellery prices up.At the same time, ongoing shipping and supply chain troubles caused by the West Asia conflict kept international fuel and transport costs high, passing the extra burden straight down to everyday consumers.<h2>What does it mean for consumers?</h2>Inflation above the RBI's target does not automatically mean interest rates will rise, but it reduces the central bank's room to cut rates. If elevated prices persist, borrowers could eventually face higher loan costs, while households may have to spend more on essentials and trim discretionary purchases.The RBI's next monetary policy decision, due on August 5, will now be closely watched for clues on whether the June inflation spike is temporary or the start of a broader trend.&nbsp;

India's inflation has climbed above the RBI's 4% target again. Tomatoes, ginger, gold and even silver jewellery have become significantly more expensive, while only a handful of items have got cheaper. Scroll down to see the full winners and losers.

India's retail inflation climbed to 4.38 per cent in June 2026, crossing the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) 4 per cent target for the first time in months. While the overall inflation rate remains within the RBI's 2 to 6 per cent tolerance band, the latest data shows households are once again paying noticeably more for several everyday essentials, especially food. Here's a breakdown of which things got more expensive and what got cheaper. 10 things that became more expensive 1. Silver jewellery (+133.21%) In June 2026, Silver witnessed the biggest jump. Surging global precious metal prices pushed silver jewellery inflation above 133 per cent. 2. Ginger (+50.41%) Ginger recorded one of the sharpest food price increases. The increase in price was driven by seasonal supply constraints. 3. Gold, diamond and platinum jewellery (+36.82%) Higher international bullion prices continued to feed into domestic jewellery costs, jacking up the price of Gold, diamond and platinum by 36.82 per cent. 4. Tomatoes (+31.92%) Monsoon-related supply disruptions once again made tomatoes one of the costliest vegetables. According to Crisil, the increase in price of this Indian household staple was caused by a delayed and lower summer crop planting caused by high temperatures in February and March. 5. Raisins - Kishmish/Monacca (+20.52%) Dry fruits also witnessed significant price pressure, with prices going up by 20.52 per cent. 6. Personal care products (+16.72%) Another notable increase was recorded in the prices of personal care and miscellaneous services. These recorded one of the fastest-growing inflation categories. 7. Restaurants and accommodation (+6.91%) While home-cooked meals became more expensive, dining out and hotel stays also grew costlier due to rising operating expenses. 8. Food and beverages (+5.05%) The overall food basket remained the biggest contributor to headline inflation. 9. Transport (+4.31%) Higher fuel costs following disruptions in global oil markets pushed transport costs upward. 10. Clothing and footwear (+3.23%) Apparel prices also continued their steady upward climb. S.No. Item Inflation (%) 1 Silver jewellery +133.21% 2 Ginger +50.41% 3 Gold, diamond and platinum jewellery +36.82% 4 Tomatoes +31.92% 5 Raisins – Kishmish/Monacca +20.52% 6 Personal care products +16.72% 7 Restaurants and accommodation +6.91% 8 Food and beverages +5.05% 9 Transport +4.31% 10 Clothing and footwear +3.23% Also read | Why are Indians being forced to buy E20 petrol? Government finally answers 5 things that actually became cheaper Despite the overall rise in prices, some products surprisingly bucked the trend and saw a reduction in prices. Potatoes: -20.34% Peas: -9.67% Cumin (Jeera): -3.75% Motor car and jeep: -6.89 Motor cycle and scooter: -3.49 Housing inflation remained relatively subdued at 2.10%, helping cushion the overall CPI. Some manufactured goods also showed limited price increases compared with food items. https://www.wionews.com/videos/why-us-gas-prices-aren-t-coming-down-1783939320063/embed S.No. Item Inflation (%) May, 2026 Inflation (%) June, 2026 1 Potato -23.71 -20.34 2 Peas -11.47 -9.67 3 Motor car and jeep -7.19 -6.89 4 Cumin(Jeera) -4.59 -3.75 5 Motor cycle and scooter -3.59 -3.49

India's inflation has climbed above the RBI's 4% target again. Tomatoes, ginger, gold and even silver jewellery have become significantly more expensive, while only a handful of items have got cheaper. Scroll down to see the full winners and losers.

From tomatoes to jewellery: 10 things that got costlier in June, 5 that became cheaper, and which states were hit hardest by retail inflation

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Hunger is at a record high in the Arab region, with alarming levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, revealed a new report from Unthe ited Nations.
The region is unlikely to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to food security and nutrition by 2030, said the report, '2024 Near East and North Africa Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition' , which covered 22 countries in West Asia, North, and East Africa.
In 2023, approximately 66.1 million people—about 14 per cent of the region’s population—suffered from hunger. 
The report noted that nearly 40 per cent of the population, or 186.5 million people, faced moderate or severe food insecurity. 
This is a 1.1 percentage point increase from the previous year, with 72.7 million enduring severe food insecurity.
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<h2>Conflict Driving Food Insecurity</h2>
In 2022, a revised methodology found that 151.3 million people across the Arab region could not afford a healthy diet, with conflict-hit nations seeing the highest rates, at 41.2%.
Conflict is the primary factor contributing to food insecurity and malnutrition, alongside economic challenges, climate extremes, and growing income inequality. 
The situation worsened in 2023, with food prices continuing to rise. 
In conflict-ridden nations, undernourishment rates reached 26.4 per cent, a staggering four times higher than in peaceful countries, where the rate was just 6.6 per cent.
<h2>Malnutrition crisis: Obesity, wasting, and nutrient deficiencies</h2>
The UN report also underscored the continuing malnutrition issues in the region, such as growing obesity rates among children and adults, a rise in wasting, and nutrient deficiencies like anaemia among women. 
Somalia, Yemen, Syria and Comoros recorded the highest levels of undernourishment.
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Although stunting rates have seen a slight decline from 28 per cent in 2000 to 19.9 per cent in 2022, tackling malnutrition remains a major challenge. 
The region also experienced higher-than-average rates of child wasting, especially in low-income countries, where 14.6 per cent of children are affected.
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Additionally, the prevalence of overweight children under five in the region stood at 9.5  per cent in 2022, almost double the global average. 
This figure has increased by 8 per cent since 2000, with the highest rates found in Libya, Tunisia, and Egypt. 
The anaemia rate among women of reproductive age was also concerning, at 33.2 per cent, higher than the global average, with the highest rates in low-income countries at 43.9 per cent.
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When it comes to adults, obesity rates remain critically high in the Arab States, with 32.1 per cent of adults affected in 2022—more than double the global average. Egypt, Qatar and Kuwait had the highest obesity rates in the region.
Despite some progress in reducing malnutrition, the Arab region faces significant challenges in reversing the hunger crisis, worsened by conflict and economic issues. 
"Urgent and sustained efforts are needed to ensure that no one is left behind in this crisis," warned the UN.

In 2023, approximately 66.1 million people—about 14 per cent of the region’s population—suffered from hunger. 



New Delhi Hunger is at a record high in the Arab region, with alarming levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, revealed a new report from Unthe ited Nations. The region is unlikely to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to food security and nutrition by 2030, said the report, '2024 Near East and North Africa Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition' , which covered 22 countries in West Asia, North, and East Africa. In 2023, approximately 66.1 million people—about 14 per cent of the region’s population—suffered from hunger. The report noted that nearly 40 per cent of the population, or 186.5 million people, faced moderate or severe food insecurity. This is a 1.1 percentage point increase from the previous year, with 72.7 million enduring severe food insecurity. Conflict Driving Food Insecurity In 2022, a revised methodology found that 151.3 million people across the Arab region could not afford a healthy diet, with conflict-hit nations seeing the highest rates, at 41.2%. Conflict is the primary factor contributing to food insecurity and malnutrition, alongside economic challenges, climate extremes, and growing income inequality. The situation worsened in 2023, with food prices continuing to rise. In conflict-ridden nations, undernourishment rates reached 26.4 per cent, a staggering four times higher than in peaceful countries, where the rate was just 6.6 per cent. Malnutrition crisis: Obesity, wasting, and nutrient deficiencies The UN report also underscored the continuing malnutrition issues in the region, such as growing obesity rates among children and adults, a rise in wasting, and nutrient deficiencies like anaemia among women. Somalia, Yemen, Syria and Comoros recorded the highest levels of undernourishment. Also read: Only 12 aid trucks reached starving civilians in northern Gaza since October, reveals Oxfam Although stunting rates have seen a slight decline from 28 per cent in 2000 to 19.9 per cent in 2022, tackling malnutrition remains a major challenge. The region also experienced higher-than-average rates of child wasting, especially in low-income countries, where 14.6 per cent of children are affected. Additionally, the prevalence of overweight children under five in the region stood at 9.5 per cent in 2022, almost double the global average. This figure has increased by 8 per cent since 2000, with the highest rates found in Libya, Tunisia, and Egypt. The anaemia rate among women of reproductive age was also concerning, at 33.2 per cent, higher than the global average, with the highest rates in low-income countries at 43.9 per cent. Watch: Trump Picks Massad Boulos To Serve As Adviser On Arab, Middle Eastern Affairs × When it comes to adults, obesity rates remain critically high in the Arab States, with 32.1 per cent of adults affected in 2022—more than double the global average. Egypt, Qatar and Kuwait had the highest obesity rates in the region. Despite some progress in reducing malnutrition, the Arab region faces significant challenges in reversing the hunger crisis, worsened by conflict and economic issues. "Urgent and sustained efforts are needed to ensure that no one is left behind in this crisis," warned the UN.

WION Data Lab: UN report highlights hunger levels in the Arab world worsening at alarming rates

Hunger is at a record high in the Arab region, with alarming levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, revealed a new report from Unthe ited Nations.

The region is unlikely to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to food security and nutrition by 2030, said the report, '2024 Near East and North Africa Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition' , which covered 22 countries in West Asia, North, and East Africa.

In 2023, approximately 66.1 million people—about 14 per cent&nbsp;of the region’s population—suffered from hunger.&nbsp;

The report noted that nearly 40 per cent of the population, or 186.5 million people, faced moderate or severe food insecurity.&nbsp;

This is a 1.1 percentage point increase from the previous year, with 72.7 million enduring severe food insecurity.
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<h2>Conflict Driving Food Insecurity</h2>

In 2022, a revised methodology found that 151.3 million people across the Arab region could not afford a healthy diet, with conflict-hit nations seeing the highest rates, at 41.2%.

Conflict is the primary factor contributing to food insecurity and malnutrition, alongside economic challenges, climate extremes, and growing income inequality.&nbsp;

The situation worsened in 2023, with food prices continuing to rise.&nbsp;

In conflict-ridden nations, undernourishment rates reached 26.4 per cent, a staggering four times higher than in peaceful countries, where the rate was just 6.6 per cent.

<h2>Malnutrition crisis: Obesity, wasting, and nutrient deficiencies</h2>

The UN report also underscored the continuing malnutrition issues in the region, such as growing obesity rates among children and adults, a rise in wasting, and nutrient deficiencies like anaemia among women.&nbsp;

Somalia, Yemen, Syria and Comoros recorded the highest levels of undernourishment.

Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiCipj1lcCKAxWnbfUHHW2PNuwQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/only-12-aid-trucks-reached-starving-civilians-in-northern-gaza-since-october-reveals-oxfam-786062" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/only-12-aid-trucks-reached-starving-civilians-in-northern-gaza-since-october-reveals-oxfam-786062&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiCipj1lcCKAxWnbfUHHW2PNuwQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE">Only 12 aid trucks reached starving civilians in northern Gaza since October, reveals Oxfam</a>

Although stunting rates have seen a slight decline from 28 per cent in 2000 to 19.9 per cent in 2022, tackling malnutrition remains a major challenge.&nbsp;

The region also experienced higher-than-average rates of child wasting, especially in low-income countries, where 14.6 per cent of children are affected.
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Additionally, the prevalence of overweight children under five in the region stood at 9.5&nbsp; per cent in 2022, almost double the global average.&nbsp;

This figure has increased by 8 per cent since 2000, with the highest rates found in Libya, Tunisia, and Egypt.&nbsp;

The anaemia rate among women of reproductive age was also concerning, at 33.2 per cent, higher than the global average, with the highest rates in low-income countries at 43.9 per cent.

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When it comes to adults, obesity rates&nbsp;remain critically high in the Arab States, with 32.1 per cent of adults affected in 2022—more than double the global average. Egypt, Qatar&nbsp;and Kuwait had the highest obesity rates in the region.

Despite some progress in reducing malnutrition, the Arab region faces significant challenges in reversing the hunger crisis, worsened by conflict and economic issues.&nbsp;

"Urgent and sustained efforts are needed to ensure that no one is left behind in this crisis," warned the UN.

Hunger is at a record high in the Arab region, with alarming levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, revealed a new report from Unthe ited Nations. The region is unlikely to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to food security and nutrition by 2030, said the report, '2024 Near East and North Africa Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition' , which covered 22 countries in West Asia, North, and East Africa.

Hunger is at a record high in the Arab region, with alarming levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, revealed a new report from Unthe ited Nations. The region is unlikely to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to food security and nutrition by 2030, said the report, '2024 Near East and North Africa Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition' , which covered 22 countries in West Asia, North, and East Africa. In 2023, approximately 66.1 million people—about 14 per cent of the region’s population—suffered from hunger. The report noted that nearly 40 per cent of the population, or 186.5 million people, faced moderate or severe food insecurity. This is a 1.1 percentage point increase from the previous year, with 72.7 million enduring severe food insecurity. Conflict Driving Food Insecurity In 2022, a revised methodology found that 151.3 million people across the Arab region could not afford a healthy diet, with conflict-hit nations seeing the highest rates, at 41.2%. Conflict is the primary factor contributing to food insecurity and malnutrition, alongside economic challenges, climate extremes, and growing income inequality. The situation worsened in 2023, with food prices continuing to rise. In conflict-ridden nations, undernourishment rates reached 26.4 per cent, a staggering four times higher than in peaceful countries, where the rate was just 6.6 per cent. Malnutrition crisis: Obesity, wasting, and nutrient deficiencies The UN report also underscored the continuing malnutrition issues in the region, such as growing obesity rates among children and adults, a rise in wasting, and nutrient deficiencies like anaemia among women. Somalia, Yemen, Syria and Comoros recorded the highest levels of undernourishment. Also read: Only 12 aid trucks reached starving civilians in northern Gaza since October, reveals Oxfam Although stunting rates have seen a slight decline from 28 per cent in 2000 to 19.9 per cent in 2022, tackling malnutrition remains a major challenge. The region also experienced higher-than-average rates of child wasting, especially in low-income countries, where 14.6 per cent of children are affected. Additionally, the prevalence of overweight children under five in the region stood at 9.5 per cent in 2022, almost double the global average. This figure has increased by 8 per cent since 2000, with the highest rates found in Libya, Tunisia, and Egypt. The anaemia rate among women of reproductive age was also concerning, at 33.2 per cent, higher than the global average, with the highest rates in low-income countries at 43.9 per cent. Watch: Trump Picks Massad Boulos To Serve As Adviser On Arab, Middle Eastern Affairs × When it comes to adults, obesity rates remain critically high in the Arab States, with 32.1 per cent of adults affected in 2022—more than double the global average. Egypt, Qatar and Kuwait had the highest obesity rates in the region. Despite some progress in reducing malnutrition, the Arab region faces significant challenges in reversing the hunger crisis, worsened by conflict and economic issues. "Urgent and sustained efforts are needed to ensure that no one is left behind in this crisis," warned the UN.

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From tomatoes to jewellery: 10 things that got costlier in June, 5 that became cheaper, and which states were hit hardest by retail inflation

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