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Current Affairs 2 September 2026

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  • India’s GDP growth hits 7.8% in Q1 FY 2026–27, surpassing RBI forecast
  • Union government defers Census operations in Manipur amid High Court order

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ECONOMY

India’s GDP growth hits 7.8% in Q1 FY 2026–27, surpassing RBI forecast

India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 7.8% in the April–June quarter (Q1) of FY 2026–27, beating the Reserve Bank of India’s forecast of 7%.[1][13] The expansion was driven by robust performance in manufacturing, which rose by about 9.2%, and services, which expanded by around 10%.[1] This growth occurred despite economic challenges linked to developments in West Asia, suggesting resilience in domestic demand.[1] The government and the Prime Minister highlighted the figures as evidence of strong macroeconomic fundamentals.[1][13] The data will influence upcoming monetary policy deliberations at the RBI as it balances growth and inflation objectives. Higher growth may support fiscal consolidation while maintaining space for welfare and capital expenditure. Analysts will also track whether this momentum sustains through subsequent quarters amid global uncertainty.

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In Q1 of FY 2026–27, India’s GDP growth rate was approximately

GOVERNANCE

Union government defers Census operations in Manipur amid High Court order

The Union government has deferred Census operations in Manipur that were scheduled to begin on September 1, 2026.[9] The Chief Minister’s Office announced the decision, stating that the exercise would remain on hold.[9] On the same day, the Manipur High Court ordered that the Census exercise in the state remain deferred until further orders.[9] The move comes against the backdrop of ongoing ethnic tensions and security concerns in Manipur. Authorities likely viewed the situation as unsuitable for conducting a large-scale enumeration exercise. The deferment raises questions about the timelines for the national Census and its implications for data-based policymaking. It also underscores the sensitivity of demographic exercises in conflict-affected regions.

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Census operations scheduled to begin on September 1, 2026, were deferred in which Indian state following a High Court order?

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