# India raises growth forecast for current fiscal year

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- DW, 2026-10-29 16:30 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/india-increases-growth-forecast-for-fiscal-year/a-79798971?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> India’s Finance Ministry raised its growth forecast for the current fiscal year to 7.3% from 7.1%, citing stronger indicators including energy use, port traffic, tax receipts and car sales. It also warned of inflation, pressure on the rupee and risks from El Niño, while pointing to $721 billion in foreign exchange reserves as a buffer.