India’s retail inflation rises to 4.82%, wholesale inflation climbs to 9.92%

India's retail inflation rose to 4.82% in August, while wholesale inflation neared double digits. Food inflation increased to 5.95% at the consumer level and 7.05% wholesale. Fuel and power inflation surged sharply to over 22% on the wholesale price index. Economists anticipate continued upward pressure on prices due to global factors. The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy outlook remains a key focus.

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