India’s Economic Journey in 2025: Growth, Challenges & the Road Ahead
India economy 2025 wrote by PT 1. Overall Growth & Outlook In FY 2024–25, India’s real GDP expanded by 6.5 % , the highest among major economies. Press Information Bureau +2 Deloitte +2 The first quarter of FY 2025–26 saw a sharp acceleration with 7.8 % growth (YoY), driven by strong consumption, services, and construction activity. Press Information Bureau +2 India Today +2 The IMF has revised its forecast upward, estimating 6.6 % growth for FY 2025–26. News on Air +3 The Economic Times +3 Reuters +3 The OECD also raised India’s 2025 forecast to 6.7 % , citing robust domestic demand and GST reforms. The Economic Times However, risks remain—especially from U.S. tariff hikes on Indian exports, global economic volatility, and inflation pressures. Reuters +2 Reuters +2 2. Inflation, Interest Rates & Monetary Policy Consumer (retail) inflation in September 2025 fell to 1.54 % , an eight-year low, aided by easing food and commodity prices. Reuters ...