December 31, 2025
Defining moment: India overtakes Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy
India has overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, reflecting strong growth momentum supported by high growth and low inflation conditions.
AI could add US$ 1.7 trillion to India’s economy by 2035 as the government scales up its push
India’s intensified AI push under the IndiaAI Mission, backed by Rs. 10,300 crore (US$ 1.2 billion) in funding and expanded GPU infrastructure, could add up to Rs. 1,42,390 crore (US$ 1.7 trillion) to the economy by 2035, driving growth, jobs, and inclusive technological adoption.
GCC nation, 90+ new tech centres added, creating ~4.5 L jobs in 2025
More than 90 new technology centres were established in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations in 2025, generating approximately 4.5 lakh Indian jobs, reflecting strengthened employment opportunities and international tech linkages.
Air India and airBaltic sign codeshare agreement to expand travel connectivity to Baltic region
Air India and Latvian carrier airBaltic have signed a codeshare agreement to enhance travel connectivity between India and the Baltic region, facilitating improved network access for business and leisure travellers.
India’s year of economic resilience and reforms spotlighted across media
Leading media outlets have highlighted India’s economic resilience in 2025, emphasising robust reforms, sustained growth, and the ability to navigate global headwinds with policy continuity and dynamic macroeconomic performance.
The Department of Telecommunications has released the National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025), which will come into effect from 30 December 2025. The plan aligns India’s spectrum usage with global standards to support emerging technologies and services.