Core sector growth rises to 7.9%, highest in new series

Core sector industries output, as measured by the Index of Core Industries (ICI) stood at 7.9% in September, up from 5.9% in August, according to data released by Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday. September output was the highest growth in…
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The HinduRecord growth, rising risks: What’s really driving India’s core industries? | The Hindu Editorial
India’s core industrial sectors recorded a series-high growth rate of 7.9% in September, driven by strong performances in coal, electricity, steel and refinery products. While the data points to a…
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Hindustan TimesCore sector growth rises to 7.9%, highest in new series
Core sector industries output, as measured by the Index of Core Industries (ICI) stood at 7.9% in September, up from 5.9% in August, according to data released by Ministry of Commerce and Industry…
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Times of IndiaAt 7.9%, core sector clocks fastest growth in new series Read on Times of India
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The HinduCore industrial growth hits historic high of 7.9% in September 2026
This is the highest growth rate recorded by the Index of Core Industries since the new data series began in April 2024; growth driven by 13-month high in coal, robust growth in refinery products,…
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