Economy
Why Sugar Prices Surged in India and What Is Bringing Them Down
India's sugar prices hit record highs before easing after a government import order. Here is what drove the surge and why retail rates are falling more slowly.
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India’s Core Sector Growth Slows to 5.4% in July 2026: What the Data Shows
India's core infrastructure sectors grew by 5.4% in July 2026, driven by strong iron ore and cement output, despite contractions in fertilizers, natural gas, and crude oil.
Finance
Wholesale Inflation Cools to 9.78% in July: Fuel Prices Fall, Metals and Chemicals Stay Hot
India's wholesale price inflation eased marginally to 9.78% in July 2026, down from 9.87% in June, as a sharp fall in fuel and power costs offset rising pressure from food, metals and chemicals. The…