‘Strong numbers': PM Modi hails 7.8% GDP growth, hits out at ‘jhooth ki goonj’

India’s economy expanded 7.8% in the April-June quarter of 2026-27NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India’s 7.8% GDP growth, calling the latest economic numbers a sign of “even stronger confidence” despite global headwinds.“7.8% growth. Strong numbers. Even stronger confidence,” PM Modi said in a video, describing the performance as a “demonstration of collective responsibility”.He pointed to the difficult global backdrop, saying the world was “plagued by wars” and faced disrupted supply chains, with “no stableness since Covid”. Despite these challenges, he said, “India is growing at a fast pace.”"Heartiest congratulations to my fellow citizens. A growth rate of 7.8%—the nation is filled with joy. I congratulate the people of this country for their resolve and their industriou