Retail inflation for September rises to 5.49% driven by food prices

The All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for September 2024 rose to 5.49% from 3.65% in August, primarily due to increased food prices. Food basket inflation surged to 9.24%, up from 5.66% in August. The Reserve Bank maintained the key short-term lending rate unchanged.

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