The government has set a goal of building a strong domestic physical AI sector and capturing 30 per cent of the global market by 2040. (Image for representation: Freepik)In many parts of the world, robots are often seen as a threat to jobs. The rise of “physical AI”, robots powered by artificial intelligence, is being driven more by necessity than ambition. A shrinking workforce is driving changeJapan’s population has been declining for years, and the impact is now visible across industries. The country recorded its 14th straight year of population decline in 2024, while the working-age population has dropped to under 60 per cent and is expected to shrink further in the coming decades.

Source: Indian Express April 07, 2026 09:31 UTC