Indian Rupee strengthens against the US dollar, supported by foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices. RBI rate hike expectations also play a role. Key PointsThe Indian Rupee rose 7 paise to 94.05 against the US dollar in early trade.Foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices supported the rupees marginal gain.A strong US dollar in overseas markets weighed on investor sentiment despite the rupees rise.Indias retail inflation surged to 6.