<h1>Economic Momentum Boosts Rupee, Foreign Investments Surge as Manufacturing Sector Shows Robust 3% Growth Expansion</h1> The Indian rupee strengthened by 27 paise to 84.96 against the US dollar in early trade, driven by robust foreign fund inflows and positive domestic economic indicators. Manufacturing and industrial production expanded by 3 percent, while domestic equities rallied. Traders remain cautious about potential geopolitical tensions, but global diplomatic signals suggest easing trade relations and reduced international conflicts.