Pakistan’s weak production base threatens economic recovery: Report

IANS | March 18, 2026 3:40 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Pakistan’s claims of economic stabilisation and recovery are facing growing scepticism, with experts warning that deep-rooted structural weaknesses -- particularly a deteriorating production base -- continue to undermine the country’s economic outlook, a report has said.

India eyes global leadership in 6G standards: Scindia

IANS | March 18, 2026 3:09 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said that 6G technology will not just be about faster internet speeds, but about creating equal opportunities for people across the world, with India set to play an important role in this transformation.

Pakistan struggles under major fuel crisis: Report

IANS | March 18, 2026 2:29 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Pakistan is facing a major fuel crisis due to the disruption in oil supplies triggered by the Middle East conflict, as the Shahbaz Sharif government has failed to manage the fallout of the disruption in oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.

India emerges as design hub in global chip supply chain shift

IANS | March 18, 2026 2:07 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) India is emerging as a key player in the global semiconductor ecosystem, not because of large chip manufacturing plants, but due to its strong pool of engineering talent and growing design capabilities, a report has said.

71 pc firms in India willing to invest in digital tech, highest globally: Report

IANS | March 18, 2026 2:00 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) As many as 71 per cent of companies in India are willing to invest significantly in digital technologies -- the highest globally -- highlighting the country’s strong push towards digital transformation, a report said on Wednesday, adding that India ranks among top 3 in global industry 4.0 adoption.