Pakistan, Oct. 15 -- India is expected to overtake Japan as the world's fourth-largest economy in 2027, according to International Monetary Fund projections. The forecast highlights contrasting economic trends across Asia. India's nominal gross domestic product could reach $4.52 trillion that year. Meanwhile, Japan faces slower growth and several long-term economic challenges.

The IMF expects Japan to retain fourth place in 2026 before India moves ahead the following year. Japan could then drop to sixth place, behind India and the United Kingdom. The United States currently holds the top position, followed by China and Germany. These projections highlight changes in the global economic rankings.

India has maintained strong economic grow...