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Indias core sectors grow 1.8% in November; cement, steel, fertiliser and coal post gains

India's eight core infrastructure sectors grew by 1.8% in November 2025, driven by strong performances in cement, steel, fertilizers, and coal production. This marks a rebound from the previous month's contraction. Cumulatively, the core sector expanded by 2.4% from April to November 2025-26.