Current Affairs - International - Discussion

45th is the position secured by India in the Network Readiness Index 2025 after climbing four places globally among 127 economies. The improvement reflects steady progress in digital infrastructure, technology adoption, and innovation-driven growth. India’s overall score also increased compared to the previous year, indicating stronger digital foundations. The country performed exceptionally well in areas such as telecom investment, AI scientific publications, ICT services exports, and e-commerce legislation. Additionally, India ranked 2nd among lower-middle-income economies, highlighting its ability to leverage digital transformation effectively despite income-level constraints.