Core sectors grew at a five-month high of 5% in June 2026 as per new and improved index
India’s core sectors grew 5% in June 2026, a five-month high, measured through a revamped Index of Core Industries. The Government released a new series of the index with a new base year, coverage of more sectors and revised weightages, improving how the country’s key infrastructure industries are tracked.
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A new base year and expanded coverage for the Index of Core Industries.
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- Core sector growth: 5% in June 2026 (five-month high)
- New series of the Index of Core Industries released
- Changes: new base year, more sectors covered, revised weightages
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