Mint Quick Edit | India’s inflation incline could put rate hikes back in RBI’s policy consideration set
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Summary
India’s inflation may still be below the Reserve Bank of India’s 4% target, but is on an upward trajectory. Unless price pressures somehow ease, tighter monetary policy may only be a matter of time.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Livemint - Opinion
Published Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 63 million MSMEs
Key Numbers
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Fiscal deficit target: 4.4% of GDP
GST collection: Rs 1.87 lakh crore/month avg
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right