Retail inflation climbs to 13-month high of 3.5% in April on higher food, restaurant prices
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Summary
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
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - Business
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.)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right