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India's headline consumer price inflation accelerated to 5.54% in September, up from 4.82% in August, surpassing the 5.40% average expected by economists in a Reuters poll.
The figure marks a 22-month high and extends a streak of rising prices to 11 consecutive months in the world's fastest-growing economy.
The Reserve Bank of India faces increased pressure to maintain a tight monetary policy stance as domestic costs climb.
India's Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation reported the data in a Monday release, highlighting significant increases in specific sectors.
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