Retail inflation rose to 4.82 per cent in August, driven by higher food prices, particularly onions and garlic. Food inflation climbed to 5.95 per cent, while wholesale inflation also increased to 9.92 per cent during the month
Telangana recorded the highest inflation among all states at 6.15 per cent in May 2026, according to an SBI Research report. Higher fuel taxes, rising rural wages and dependence on imported fresh produce were cited as key factors behind the increase
