India smashes growth forecasts as investment surges in April-June — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/india-smashes-growth-forecasts-as-investment-surges-in-april-juneContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. India GDP grows 7.8% in first fiscal quarterhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/india-smashes-growth-forecasts-as-investment-surges-in-april-junehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/india-smashes-growth-forecasts-as-investment-surges-in-april-june#u54939Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:31:37 +0000India's economy expanded by 7.8% during the April-June quarter, exceeding growth forecasts. This robust performance occurred despite an energy shock in the Middle East. Increased investment drove the surge in growth during the first quarter of the fiscal year. While the economy shows strength, the Prime Minister has urged citizens to avoid buying gold, traveling abroad, or holding weddings in foreign countries.Why it mattersGDP growth rates indicate the overall health of the national economy and its ability to attract investment. These figures are critical for international investors moni