New Delhi, April 13 -- The retail inflation in the country, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose marginally to 3.40 per cent in March 2026 on a year-on-year basis, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

The latest inflation figure marks an increase from 3.21 per cent recorded in February 2026, indicating a slight uptick in price pressures at the consumer level. The data assumes significance as it comes amid rising global uncertainties due to the West Asia conflict.

For rural areas, inflation stood at 3.63 per cent in March, compared to 3.37 per cent in February. Urban inflation also edged higher to 3.11 per cent from 3.02 per cent in the previous month.

Food inflation, measure...