<h1>India's Economy Thrives: GDP Grows 7.1% in Q2 FY 2018-19 Amid Global Challenges, Strong Manufacturing & Exports.</h1> The Indian economy is projected to sustain a high growth rate despite global challenges. In the second quarter of FY 2018-19, GDP growth was 7.1%, with H-1 GDP growth at 7.6% and GVA growth at 7.4%. Manufacturing grew by 7.4%, and the construction sector by 7.8%. Gross Fixed Capital Formation increased by 1.3 percentage points, while exports rose by 13.4%. Government consumption saw a significant increase of 12.7%. Despite facing higher oil prices and a weaker rupee, the Ministry of Finance remains optimistic about maintaining robust economic growth.