| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Increase in India's foreign exchange reserves |
| Date | As of December 26, 2025 |
| Total Forex Reserves | $696.61 billion |
| Increase | $3.29 billion |
| Source of Data | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Major Components of Reserves | Foreign currency assets, gold reserves, SDRs, reserve position with IMF |
| Significance of Forex Reserves | Manage exchange rate volatility, meet external payments, boost confidence |
| Economic Benefits | Stabilize rupee, attract foreign investment, handle global financial shocks |
| Milestone | Reserves close to the $700 billion mark |
