The Golden Glow Dims: Nandini Ghee's Price Takes a Significant Leap Amid Global Pressures

Ah, the everyday cost of living; it seems to be in a constant, upward march, doesn't it? And now, adding another pinch to our wallets, the beloved Nandini Ghee, a staple in many a South Indian kitchen, is set to become quite a bit dearer. The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), responsible for this culinary cornerstone, has announced a rather substantial price hike, attributing the shift to a surge in global market rates and, well, the ever-increasing cost of simply making the stuff.

Effective this Wednesday, November 15, consumers will find themselves paying an extra Rs 50 per litre for both half-litre and one-litre packets of Nandini Ghee. But wait, there’s more – if you’re buying the larger five-litre packs, that jump is a staggering Rs 90 per litre. In truth, it’s a noticeable difference for households across Karnataka, and one can’t help but feel it.

Honestly, this isn't KMF's first tango with price adjustments this month. Just last week, on November 10, they also nudged up the price of milk by Rs 3 per litre. You could say it’s been a busy period for the dairy giant, navigating what they describe as