New Delhi, March 6 -- India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation remained subdued across most states in January 2026, under the new CPI series, with the majority reporting inflation below the 3 per cent mark, according to a report by SBI Research.

The report noted that only a few states recorded higher inflation levels, with Telangana posting the highest CPI inflation at 4.9 per cent, significantly above the national average.

The state-wise analysis shows that inflation trends remain moderate across India. Most major states registered CPI inflation below 3 per cent in January 2026, indicating stable price pressures at the regional level.

However, Telangana stood out with the highest inflation reading among states at 4.9 per cent, sug...