Published on, Aug. 24 -- August 24, 2025 6:43 PM

Heavy rains and export activities have triggered sharp food price hikes across Karachi's markets, leaving households burdened by soaring vegetable costs. Tomatoes doubled to Rs200 per kilogram, onions touched Rs80, and green onions skyrocketed to nearly Rs600 per kilogram, creating deep concern among consumers already struggling with inflation.

Furthermore, bottle gourd and apple gourd also became costlier, reaching Rs150 per kilogram compared to just Rs80-100 days earlier. In addition, pulses saw major hikes as wholesale rates ranged between Rs240 and Rs340 per kilogram. However, retail buyers paid far more, facing prices between Rs280 and Rs420 per kilogram, worsening financial pressure...