Consumer Price Index Report for May 2025

The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation has released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers for May 2025, indicating a year-on-year inflation rate of 2.82%, the lowest since February 2019. Food inflation stands at 0.99%, with significant declines in various categories such as pulses, vegetables, and cereals. Rural inflation is at 2.59%, while urban inflation is at 3.07%. The report highlights a notable decrease in inflation rates across multiple sectors, including housing, education, and health.

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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