India's Industrial Production Grows 6.7% in July, Manufacturing and Electricity Lead
India's industrial production grew 6.7% year-on-year in July 2026, slowing from 8.8% in June, driven by a 7.3% rise in manufacturing and an 8.7% increase in electricity and gas supply. Mining contracted 0.9%, impacted by seasonal factors. Manufacturing growth was broad-based, led by motor vehicles, electrical equipment, and machinery. Capital goods output rose 16.1%, indicating strong investment. Consumer durables grew 10.5%, while consumer non-durables declined 1%. The Index of Industrial Production stood at 124.8, reflecting sustained industrial momentum despite global uncertainties.
First-hand measurement across 15 sources
We measured how 15 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 39/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, theprint, thetribune, thefinancialexpress, indianexpress, zeenews, thehindu, mint, and 7 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–70/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 28 Aug, 10:55 am. Other outlets followed.