India’s economy grew 7.8% in the April-June quarter of FY27. What drove the growth, and what does the latest GDP data tell us about the economy? Also in focus: the Supreme Court orders FIRs linked to the NEET-UG protests to be quashed, Nepal’s flood death toll crosses 1,000 as it seeks climate compensation, PM Modi addresses the SCO Summit on terrorism, dialogue and connectivity, and an Indian citizen is among those killed in fresh Russian attacks on Ukraine.

India's GDP grew 7.8% in Q1 FY2026-27, beating estimates of 7.1-7.3%, driven by manufacturing, construction, and accelerated government capital

India's GDP grew 7.8% year-on-year in Q1 FY27, surpassing forecasts as strong domestic activity offset global challenges, according to MoSPI data released Monday.

India’s economy grew 7.8% in the April-June quarter of FY27, beating the RBI’s 7% forecast, the 7.1% Reuters poll median and other market estimates of around 7.3%. The strong…