India remains a ‘shining star’ despite global gloom, says NITI Aayog VC

NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri highlighted India's impressive economic growth amid a challenging global environment. The Indian economy grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of FY27, which is significant. Additionally, the World Bank has raised India's GDP growth forecast to 7.1% for the current fiscal year. Lahiri emphasized the need for increased domestic production of edible oils and pulses.