Retail inflation rose to 3.48% in April
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Summary
CPI rises marginally from 3.4% in March amid mixed price trends across categories.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source BusinessLine - Economy
Published Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Amendment History
1 change recorded for this policy.
Description Wednesday, 13 May 2026 via the_hindu_business
Data on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April 2026 showed that inflation quickened from the 3.4% registered in March 2026, the first month following the start of the war in West Asia