Gautam Gambhir's role as India's head coach is under scrutiny amid declining performances from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Communication issues and selection disagreements are reported, with Gambhir's approach questioned. If improvements aren't seen in the upcoming Test and Champions Trophy, his position might be in jeopardy.
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India's retail inflation hit a near six-year low of 3.34% in March, fueled by cheaper vegetables and protein-rich foods. This drop follows a recent repo rate cut by the RBI, which forecasts a 4% average CPI inflation for fiscal year 2025-26. Wholesale price inflation also decreased to a six-month low of 2.05%, driven by lower vegetable and essential food prices.
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