When it comes to the Indian economy, the story right now feels like a mix of sunshine and clouds. On one side, we’ve got good news, like a healthy monsoon, lower inflation, and even an international thumbs-up in the form of a rating upgrade (“BBB-” to “BBB”, S&P Global Ratings). On the other hand, there are some nagging worries, from sluggish industries at home to uncertain trade policies abroad, especially with the US. The Reserve Bank of India’s latest bulletin (August 2025