Cement makers in the country reported a general rise in the first three months of the year.

Firm says domestic demand remains weak.

Government monitoring agency says prices are currently above the suggested retail prices.

Firm says this is because of rising input costs.

Industry association has asked government to temper production expansion plans.

Government says it shipped cement to 24 countries in the first 11 months of the year.

Increasing demand for construction market expected to drive volumes further.

Dealers say cement demand has fallen by double digits hurt by weak economy.

Production of major construction inputs increased in Russia last year.

Cement maker looking to expand capacity by double digits.