India's economy, despite strong fundamentals, faces threats from tariff shocks, supply-chain disruptions, and commodity price volatility.
Sitharaman also flagged weather-related risks, particularly the performance of the monsoon
Jun 15, 2026
07:49 pm
What's the storyFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has warned that the Indian economy is facing several challenges, including tariff shocks and supply chain disruptions.
Speaking at the Mindmine Summit 2026, she said these factors could impact the economy despite its strong fundamentals.
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