<h1>India's February 2017 WPI Rises 0.5%; Annual Inflation Jumps to 6.55% from 5.25% in January.</h1> The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India for February 2017 increased by 0.5% to 185.5 from the previous month. The annual inflation rate rose to 6.55% compared to 5.25% in January 2017 and -0.85% in February 2016. Primary articles saw a 0.9% rise, with notable increases in fruits, vegetables, and certain meats, while some pulses and spices decreased in price. The fuel and power index rose by 1.3%, driven by higher prices for coking coal and aviation fuel. Manufactured products remained stable, with minor fluctuations in specific categories such as textiles and chemicals.