New Delhi, May 14 -- Retail inflation fell to a nearly six-year low of 3.2% in April, down from 3.34% in March, paving the way for a widely anticipated rate cut by the central bank. But rising core inflation suggests caution ahead.

Retail inflation declined for the sixth straight month, marking a sub-4% reading for the third month in a row, a trend that could bolster the case for a policy rate cut amid global growth concerns.

Yet, core inflation, which excludes food, fuel, and light, has remained above 4% in all but one month since June last year. Health and education costs have also climbed, staying well above the medium-term target, suggesting persistent underlying price pressures.







Despite a year-on-year decline, the Consumer P...