<h1>India's July 2013 WPI Rises 1.6% as Annual Inflation Hits 5.79%; Notable Increases in Food and Fuel Prices.</h1> The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India for July 2013 increased by 1.6% to 175.4 from the previous month. The annual inflation rate based on WPI was 5.79%, rising from 4.86% in June and lower than 7.52% in July 2012. Primary articles saw a 2.7% increase, driven by food articles like fruits and vegetables. Fuel prices rose by 3%, while manufactured products increased by 0.6%. The WPI for May 2013 was finalized at 171.4, with an inflation rate of 4.58%. Key commodities and groups experienced varied price changes, impacting the overall inflation rate.