India’s core sector growth slows to 5.4% in July as oil and fertiliser output falls - CNBC TV18

•India's core sector growth slowed to 5.4% in July, down from 6% in June.

•Strong growth in iron ore, cement, and electricity was offset by declines in crude oil, natural gas, and fertiliser production.

•Coal production rose 7.6%, while steel and refinery products grew modestly at 2.9% and 2.7%.

•Core sector output grew 4.3% in April-July 2026, a significant improvement from 1.5% in the same period last year.