Critics and Opposition leaders questioned the revision of Q1 FY26 GDP from ₹86.05 lakh crore to ₹80 lakh crore, saying it made growth look higher. | Business News

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 real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 7.8 per cent in the first quarter (April-June) of the current financial year 2026-27, surpassing the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI)…

The government clarified GDP revisions are due to series changes and improved data. Last year's GDP estimate was adjusted after a new base year was introduced. Manufacturing's…

India's statistics ministry defended its latest GDP growth figures. The ministry cited improved data sources and methodologies for the estimates. It explained the GDP deflator…

MoSPI Secretary defends GDP growth figures, clarifying misinterpretations and emphasizing the importance of consistent data comparisons.

Pronab Sen discusses the recent GDP revision, emphasizing the need for transparency in data collection to restore confidence.

Latest GDP metrics reveal a robust real growth of 7.8% for Q1 FY27, although some dissent surfaced due to erroneous comparisons between outdated and updated data sets. This…