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Food weight to decline to 36.75% in new CPI series

India's new Consumer Price Index series, effective February 12, will reduce food and beverage weight to 36.75% from 45.86%, reflecting evolving household spending. This shift aims to stabilize inflation readings and offer a more balanced monetary policy outlook. The revamped index also incorporates online market prices and rural housing rent for a comprehensive view.

29 Jan 2026 11:55 pm