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India rings the Nasdaq bell on a 7.8% growth note

New York: Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra rang the opening bell at Nasdaq to signify India's impressive 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of the 2026-27 fiscal year. Kwatra noted that India's economic and technological transformation is propelled by a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem, expanding digital capabilities, and a youthful, skilled workforce, as he addressed reporters at the Nasdaq stock exchange in Times Square.

The Indian Ambassador highlighted that India continues to be the world's fastest-growing large economy, underscoring the strength of the India-USA partnership. Kwatra expressed optimism about further strengthening ties with American businesses, investors, and institutions as India aims to achieve its goal of "Viksit Bharat" 2047.

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