New Delhi, May 8 -- The cost of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian home-cooked thalis rose by 2 per cent year-on-year in April 2026 as higher prices of tomatoes, vegetable oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders increased food expenses, according to Crisil Intelligence's latest Roti Rice Rate report.

The report stated, "In April, the cost of both home-cooked vegetarian (veg) and non-vegetarian (non-veg) thalis rose 2% on-year."

The average cost of preparing the meals was calculated based on input prices prevailing across North, South, East and West India. The monthly indicator reflected the impact of changes in food prices on the common man's expenditure and identified ingredients such as cereals, pulses, broilers, vegetables, s...