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India's CPI inflation rises to 3.48% in April from 3.4%

Headline inflation edges up but remains within comfort zone.

12 May 2026

The read

Consumer prices accelerated. India's CPI inflation climbed to 3.48% in April from 3.4% in March — a slight increase that keeps the rate well within the central bank's 2-6% target. The reading signals no immediate urgency for policy tightening. It stays below the 6% upper tolerance band.

Key numbers

  • CPI YoY: 3.48%
  • Previous: 3.4%