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Inflation / CPI / WPI

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Headline inflation in India accelerated to 4.38% in June 2026, driven primarily by rising food prices, though deflation in specific categories like potatoes and peas partially offset the increase. Simultaneously, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) revised the base years for key macroeconomic indicators like GDP, IIP, and CPI to better reflect recent economic shifts and incorporate data sources like GST and MCA databases. These methodological improvements, alongside digital modernization efforts, aim to enhance the accuracy and timeliness of economic data, supporting evidence-based policy formulation and potentially influencing the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decisions as it navigates the evolving inflation landscape.