The annual growth rate of India’s coal imports declined to 2.49% in the past decade, down from 21.48% in the previous decade, reflecting progress towards energy self-reliance. The share of imported coal also decreased, with a compound annual growth rate of -2.29%. India aims to optimize its indigenous coal resources and leverage technology.
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Despite challenges in unsecured retail and microfinance segments, the banking sector’s outlook remains positive, supported by robust fundamentals and operational efficiency. Credit growth for FY25