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 differs from retail and wholesale inflation measures. Revisions to GDP data are a normal part of economic accounting. The government stressed the new GDP series better reflects economic activity.

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…

The government has brought in new producer price index, banking services price index and additional administrative data.

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reveal a robust real growth of 7.8% for Q1 FY27, although some dissent surfaced due to erroneous comparisons between outdated and updated data sets.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