Published: Jul 09, 2026, 11:42 IST | Updated: Jul 09, 2026, 11:42 IST
The conflict in west Asia is quietly making everyday meals more expensive, and in some cases, less nutritious. In India, the cost of a basic home cooked meal, known locally as a “Thali,” has climbed to a five-month high in June. Think of a thali as a low-cost, all-in-one meal designed to deliver essential calories and nutrients.