India currently stands as a definitive outlier in a slowing global economic order. According to the latest estimates by the government, the Indian economy grew by 7.7% in FY 2025-26. Despite global disruption triggered by conflict in West Asia and soaring energy prices, the International Monetary Fund continues to highlight India's growth story. Illustration by The Geostrata The IMF estimates that India will contribute roughly 17% of global growth in 2026. The growing statis