New Delhi, April 8 -- The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), chaired by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, kept the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent at its 60th meeting held from April 6 to 8, 2026.
The MPC flagged rising global uncertainty, particularly due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, which has disrupted supply chains and increased volatility in financial markets.
Higher energy prices, firm bond yields, and a stronger US dollar are adding pressure on global growth while complicating inflation management.
Indias economy showed resilience in 2025 26, with GDP estimated to grow at 7.6 per cent, supported by strong private consumption and investment.
However, the central bank projected growth...