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Global Innovation Index 2025: China at 10, India's 38th Rank Exposes Persistent R&D Gaps

With China entering the top 10 and Germany slipping to 11, the Global Innovation Index 2025 shows a major reshuffle. India holds its 38th rank but remains stalled due to low R&D investment and weak industry–science integration, despite strong talent and startup activity.
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Oindrila Dasgupta
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With China entering the top 10 and Germany slipping to 11, the Global Innovation Index 2025 shows a major reshuffle. India holds its 38th rank but remains stalled due to low R&D investment and weak industry–science integration, despite strong talent and startup activity.
global innovation index 2025 china at 10 india s 38th rank exposes persistent r d gaps
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