Governor Shaktikanta Das stressed not to modify the existing inflation targeting framework, which aims for a 4% inflation rate. He pointed out food inflation’s significant role in the consumption basket and cautioned that ignoring it may risk the hard-won stability in price levels. The existing framework ensures the credibility of economic stability.
Dollar flat near one-week high as investors await Warsh’s Jackson Hole debut
The euro and sterling were subdued near one-week lows against the greenback, last at $1.1652 and $1.3597, respectively, though both remained on track for a
August 28, 2026