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Rupee falls to 93.44 against US dollar amid oil, inflation
NewsBytes | April 15, 2026 8:40 PM CST

Wholesale inflation hits 3.88% in March

Inflation hit a three-year high in March, with wholesale prices jumping to 3.88%, mostly thanks to pricier fuel and goods during the West Asia crisis.
Food costs also nudged consumer inflation up to 3.4%.
Despite these pressures, stock markets had a surprisingly good day: Sensex shot up over 1,200 points and Nifty gained nearly 400 points by evening.
Global shifts like rising oil prices are expected to keep impacting things in the weeks ahead.


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