Consumer Price Index for September 2025

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for September 2025 shows a headline inflation rate of 1.54%, the lowest since June 2017. Food inflation remains negative for the fourth consecutive month, with a rate of -2.28%. The decline in inflation is attributed to a favorable base effect and decreases in prices of various food items. Rural inflation is at 1.07%, while urban inflation is at 2.04%. Housing, education, and health inflation rates are also reported, with notable changes from the previous month.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link