The Reserve Bank of India aims to keep overnight borrowing costs below its main lending rate. This strategy supports economic growth despite rising imported inflation. Policymakers may overlook current high inflation figures. They are expected to maintain interest rates unchanged. This approach counters a slowdown and avoids hindering growth. Support from monetary and fiscal policies is expected to continue.
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