Mobile phone production down 50% amid Covid-19 surge

According to research firm IDC, a slowdown in smartphone shipments began showing up as early as late February, though companies insist that the March quarter was fine, albeit on a low base.......

Lava plans to turn up the heat on Chinese brands

Instead of trying to fight with brands having massive war chests, it will pass on the benefits to consumers by offering them phones at lower prices. Indian handsets brand Lava is all set to make a......

What happens if India bans Chinese smartphones

Chinese mobile brands are deeply entrenched in the Indian market. A move to bar them may send a bold diplomatic message. But its cost for the local industry is anybody's guess. In the event that......

Can 'hatred for China' be business opportunity for India?

Work is underway in identifying global companies in sectors ranging from electronics, auto components and medical equipment to shift part of their existing or incremental manufacturing to India.......