Inflation hits over eight-year low of 1.54% in September, but non-vegetarians and gold buyers feel the pinch

The sharp fall was driven by lower food prices, particularly vegetables, pulses, and fruits. Non-vegetarian food items, edible oils, and precious metals saw price increases

India’s retail inflation slowed to an over eight-year low of 1.54 percent in September, marking the second time this year that price growth has stayed below 2 percent, according to official data.

While the sharp fall was driven by lower food prices, particularly vegetables, pulses, and fruits, the relief was uneven. Non-vegetarian food items, edible oils, and precious metals saw price increases, indicating inflation persistence in select categories.