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The RBI governor cited the Middle East war and a weak monsoon as major risks to the economy.

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RBI Governor
What
The RBI governor cited the Middle East war and a weak monsoon as major risks to the economy.
When
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:06:22 GMT · 2h 42m ago
Where
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Why
Erratic monsoon progress has delayed planting for the Kharif season, with total cropped area falling 16 per cent year-on-year.
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The Indian economy faces significant risks due to geopolitical instability in the Middle East and adverse weather conditions impacting agricultural output.

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    The Indian economy expanded 7.7% in the last financial year, and the RBI has projected GDP growth of 6.6% for the current fiscal year.
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    The RBI governor cited the Middle East war and a weak monsoon as major risks to the economy.

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