India's GDP Projected to Grow Around 8.1% in Q3 FY26 Amid Domestic Demand

India's economy is projected to grow around 8.1% in the third quarter of FY26, driven by strong domestic demand, robust rural consumption, and improving urban spending, according to a State Bank of India report. Despite global uncertainties, high-frequency indicators suggest resilient economic activity. The first advance estimate forecasts 7.4% growth for FY26, with revisions expected after the release of second advance estimates on February 27, 2026, which will incorporate a new GDP base year of 2022-23 and methodological changes.