India's retail inflation at 3.65 per cent in August; stays below RBI's 4 per cent target

India's retail inflation rose to 3.65% in August from a five-year low of 3.54%. Food inflation, making up half of the CPI basket, increased to 5.66%. Despite staying within RBI's tolerance range, it remains above the target of 4%. A weak rupee and monsoon risks may keep inflation pressures high.