India's industrial output grows 3.5% in October, up from 3.1% a month ago

India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew by 3.5% in October 2024, up from 3.1% in September 2024. This positive growth was driven by strong performance in key sectors like basic metals, electrical equipment, and refined petroleum products. Eighteen out of 23 industry groups showed year-over-year growth, indicating broad-based industrial expansion.