New Delhi: India has secured the fourth position in the recently released Global Firepower Index 2025, which ranks countries based on their military strength. This ranking highlights India’s significant position in the global military sector, placing it just behind the USA (1), Russia (2), and China (3).
Other nations in the top 10 include South Korea, the United Kingdom, France, Japan, Turkey, and Italy. The Global Firepower Index evaluates military power based on 60 parameters, providing a comprehensive view of each nation’s defense capabilities.
In contrast, India’s arch-rival Pakistan has dropped from the 9th position in 2024 to 12th place in the latest ranking.
India’s Ranking in Forbes’ Most Powerful Nations List
India also ranked highly on Forbes’ list of the world’s most powerful nations, holding the 12th position, above Canada. The United States topped the list, followed by China in second place. Forbes’ ranking considers multiple factors, including leadership, economic influence, political influence, international alliances, and military strength.
India, with a population of 1.43 billion and an estimated GDP of $3.55 trillion, is the world’s most populous nation and the fifth-largest economy. In comparison, the USA leads the ranking with a GDP of $30.34 trillion, while China holds the second spot with a GDP of $19.53 trillion.
