India's GDP records surprise growth of 7.8% amid Iran war

EconomySector encompassing finance, real estate and IT grew most in April-June quarterThe government has rolled out a string of economic measures since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran war at the end of February, while the economy has continued to benefit from consumption tax cuts made in September last year. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)SAYAN CHAKRABORTYAugust 31, 2026 20:13 JSTUpdated on September 1, 2026 00:16 JSTBENGALURU -- India's economy beat estimates to grow 7.8% in the quarter through June, the country's statistics ministry said on Monday, in a sign that the South Asian nation stayed resilient despite the U.S.-Israel war with Iran.