India’s move to boost PC manufacturing, and the sluggish shipments speed bump
1 year, 4 months ago

India’s move to boost PC manufacturing, and the sluggish shipments speed bump

Hindustan Times  

There can always, as it should, be a debate about how policies are introduced and implemented. Yet, the very reason behind the government of India’s temporarily delayed move to restrict computing device imports, which would include PCs, laptops and tablets, shouldn’t get obscured. “The policy announcement is designed to boost Make in India, and especially, the PLI Scheme 2.0 for IT Hardware, which aims to strengthen the IT hardware manufacturing ecosystem within the country,” said Prabhu Ram who heads the Industry Intelligence Group at CyberMedia Research. "We believe the government’s decision to curb laptop, tablet, and computer imports is progressive and has the potential to boost indigenous electronics manufacturing in the country and also help in achieving Make in India vision,” said A. Gururaj, managing director at electronics manufacturing giant Optiemus Electronics Ltd. Can smartphone manufacturing provide the template? In conclusion, initiatives to boost mobile phone manufacturing and restrictions on TV imports have set successful precedents to follow but the timing of restricting computing device imports gets complicated by falling shipments and the fear of losing pricing competitiveness.

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Government to offer USD 500 crore incentive to further localise smartphone production
1 month ago

Government to offer USD 500 crore incentive to further localise smartphone production

India TV News  

India is planning to offer significant financial incentives, up to USD 500 crore, to encourage companies to produce parts locally for a variety of electronic devices, including mobile phones and laptops. Over the past six years, India’s production of electronics has more than doubled, reaching approximately USD 11,500 crore in 2024. India has set an ambitious goal to increase its …

India unveils $5 billion plan to strengthen domestic electronics component production
1 month ago

India unveils $5 billion plan to strengthen domestic electronics component production

Live Mint  

India is set to roll out incentives worth up to $5 billion to local electronics firms to manufacture components for devices ranging from smartphones to laptops, according to government officials. However, the industry remains heavily dependent on imported components, particularly from China and Hong Kong, which account for over half of India's $89.8 billion electronics imports in the fiscal year …

India must cash in on chip war
1 month, 1 week ago

India must cash in on chip war

Hindustan Times  

The US government’s latest directive to TSMC, halting shipments of advanced semiconductors to China, marks a significant escalation in the global chip wars. The US has tightened its grip on advanced chip sales to China, from restricting Nvidia and AMD’s AI chip sales in 2022 to planning additional controls on about 120 Chinese tech firms. The Biden administration’s sustained pressure …

India's Mobile Manufacturing Boom: A Global Powerhouse Emerging
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Mobile Manufacturing Boom: A Global Powerhouse Emerging

Firstpost  

India's mobile manufacturing industry is gaining global attention, thanks to the Make in India initiative. Big companies like Samsung and Apple are setting up large factories in the country, making India the world's second-largest exporter of mobile phones. With Samsung's mega factory in Noida and Apple moving some iPhone production to Tamil Nadu, India is becoming a key player in …

‘About $4 bn imports so far under new import system’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘About $4 bn imports so far under new import system’

The Hindu  

With the deadline to review the ‘import management system’ for laptops and other IT products nearing, the firms which received authorisations have imported products worth more than $4 billion this fiscal, an official said seeking anonymity. They sought permission for IT hardware imports worth almost $10 billion, on the scheme’s first day. The new licence regime is applicable to laptops, …

GoI to review laptop imports and manufacturing in September, check brands' efforts for making in India
9 months ago

GoI to review laptop imports and manufacturing in September, check brands' efforts for making in India

Firstpost  

The Indian government is planning stock of the laptop import and manufacturing situation in India. This comes on a year after the Union government first imposed curbs on importing laptops and then relaxed the curbs, saying that manufacturers are urged to make in India The Government of India is planning to conduct a comprehensive review of the laptop and other …

India’s import curbs on laptop, tablets made US tech cos sweat bullets, push Washington to lobby GoI
9 months ago

India’s import curbs on laptop, tablets made US tech cos sweat bullets, push Washington to lobby GoI

Firstpost  

The import curbs meant that foreign companies like Apple, Dell, and HP were legally required to get licences for shipments of laptops, tablets, and some other electronics US reportedly lobbied for India to roll back the import curbs on laptops. Source: Reuters India’s curbs and imposition of a licensing regime on the import of laptops and tablets back in August …

Every big chip player to re-work investment plan for India: Minister Vaishnaw
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Every big chip player to re-work investment plan for India: Minister Vaishnaw

The Hindu  

India has set its sights on becoming a formidable force in global semiconductor equation, rivalling known destinations like Taiwan and South Korea in next 5 years, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said asserting that if and when mindset of global players has changed to an eagerness to invest in the country. This means, practically every big player would now like …

India’s PC market declined 6.6% in 2023
10 months ago

India’s PC market declined 6.6% in 2023

The Hindu  

India’s PC market inclusive of desktops, notebooks, and workstations shipped 13.9 million units in 2023, a decline of 6.6% YoY. The consumer segment witnessed a decline of 3.1% YoY and the commercial segment declined by 9.7% due to reduced demand from enterprises. The decision on import regulations, improving market sentiment, and aggressive push from vendors ensures market recovery in the …

Lenovo mulls making servers in India
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Lenovo mulls making servers in India

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Lenovo plans to ramp up local manufacturing in India, which it considers its top-priority market globally. The Chinese company, which makes laptops, tablets, servers and smartphones—under the Motorola brand—is evaluating manufacturing of servers in India as it looks to take advantage of the production-linked incentive scheme for IT hardware amid regulatory clampdown in the US. The Chinese technology …

Boost for Make in India: GoI approves subsidies for Foxconn, Lenovo, other hardware firms under PLI scheme
1 year, 1 month ago

Boost for Make in India: GoI approves subsidies for Foxconn, Lenovo, other hardware firms under PLI scheme

Firstpost  

The new subsidies will directly create at least 50,000 jobs and indirectly, about 150,000 more jobs. The approved companies include Dell, HP, and Asus In a strategic move to enhance domestic manufacturing and position itself as a key player in the global electronics supply chain, India has sanctioned subsidies for some of the world’s leading tech hardware companies. Four companies …

Intel collaborates with EMS and ODMs to accelerate laptop manufacturing in India
1 year, 1 month ago

Intel collaborates with EMS and ODMs to accelerate laptop manufacturing in India

The Hindu  

Intel is partnering with eight prominent Electronics Manufacturing Services companies and Original Design Manufacturers to fast-track laptop manufacturing in India. The participating companies include Bhagwati Products Ltd, Dixon Technologies India Ltd, Kaynes Technology India Ltd, Optiemus Electronics Ltd, Panache Digilife Ltd, Smile Electronics Ltd, Syrma SGS Technology Ltd, and VVDN Technologies Private Ltd. “The collaboration between Intel and the Indian …

Indian Govt Now Sets Up New Process To Import Laptops For Companies: All Details
1 year, 2 months ago

Indian Govt Now Sets Up New Process To Import Laptops For Companies: All Details

News 18  

New Delhi, Oct 19: The government on Thursday tweaked curbs on imports of laptops and computers as it allowed importers to bring in shipments of IT hardware from overseas on a mere 'authorisation' upon detailing quantity and value. The new 'import management system' is aimed at monitoring shipments of laptops, tablets and computers into the country without hurting market supply …

India emerges as second-largest global hub for mobile phone manufacturing
1 year, 2 months ago

India emerges as second-largest global hub for mobile phone manufacturing

India TV News  

India has risen to become the world's second-largest manufacturing hub for mobile phones, largely attributed to significant investments from original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and companies specializing in mobile components and parts, according to a recent report. This development is a significant boost to India's "Make in India" initiative, with recent data from government and industry sources revealing mobile …

Make in India: Dell, HP, Foxconn, and others in line for state aid in production
1 year, 3 months ago

Make in India: Dell, HP, Foxconn, and others in line for state aid in production

Live Mint  

Amid central government's push to make a manufacturing hub for the world, its financial incentive plan to boost local production is receiving good response. Indian Premier Narendra Modi’s $2.1 billion financial incentive plan — a bid to boost local production of technology hardware such as laptops, personal computers, tablets and servers — has received an overwhelming industry response, Tech Minister …

Thirty-two firms express interest in IT hardware PLI: Minister
1 year, 3 months ago

Thirty-two firms express interest in IT hardware PLI: Minister

The Hindu  

Thirty-two firms have expressed interest in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s subsidies for local laptop, PC, server and tablet assembly, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday. Under the Production Linked Incentive scheme for IT hardware, the Union Government will provide a 5% incentive to brands on fresh local production of these IT products to give firms a …

US tech groups urge India to scrap laptop import restrictions
1 year, 4 months ago

US tech groups urge India to scrap laptop import restrictions

India TV News  

Top industry groups have asked the US government to urge India to reconsider its decision to impose import restrictions on laptops, tablets, and personal computers. The groups also said that the restrictions are inconsistent with India's commitment to free trade. They point out that India is a member of the World Trade Organisation, which prohibits import restrictions that are not …

India's PC Market Shrinks For Fourth Consecutive Quarter: IDC Report
1 year, 4 months ago

India's PC Market Shrinks For Fourth Consecutive Quarter: IDC Report

News 18  

India’s traditional PC market, including desktops, notebooks, and workstations, faced challenges as it dispatched only 3.2 million units during the second quarter of 2023, according to new report from International Data Corporation. Despite growing by 5.9 per cent quarter-over-quarter, India’s PC market experienced a 15.3 percent decline year-over-year in 2Q23, as indicated by IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. …

Govt Open To Giving More Time To Global Firms For Local Manufacturing Of Laptops, PCs: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

Govt Open To Giving More Time To Global Firms For Local Manufacturing Of Laptops, PCs: Report

ABP News  

In a bid to encourage Apple, HP, Dell and other global companies, the government is ready to extend the timeline needed to set up local manufacturing facilities in the country, the media has reported. This comes days after the government imposed restrictions on the import of laptops, tablets, servers and other Personal Computers, in an attempt to give a push …

India's laptop restrictions could impact cameras and printers
1 year, 4 months ago

India's laptop restrictions could impact cameras and printers

India TV News  

Earlier this month, the Central Government of India introduced import restrictions on personal computers, laptops, and tablets, necessitating mandatory licenses for such imports. Recent reports indicate that authorities are contemplating extending similar limitations to other electronic devices like cameras, printers, hard disks, and components for telephonic and telegraphic equipment. This list includes items like urea, antibiotics, turbo-jets, lithium-ion accumulators, machines, …

India’s Laptop Import Restrictions Could Expand To Cameras And Printers
1 year, 4 months ago

India’s Laptop Import Restrictions Could Expand To Cameras And Printers

News 18  

The Indian government could bring cameras and printers to its import restriction policy in the coming months. Earlier this month, the government announced import restrictions on laptops and tablets but new reports suggest that more items could be added to the list, posing further issues for manufacturers who get their products imported from other markets. Bringing camera and printer brands …

Import licensing for e-devices wields neither carrot nor stick
1 year, 4 months ago

Import licensing for e-devices wields neither carrot nor stick

Live Mint  

India’s decision to license the import of computers and tablets looks more like bureaucratic desperation than a well-considered industrial policy. Much of India’s industrial policy now revolves around two overlapping goals: boosting local employment and economic activity, and reducing reliance on its big rival. Given the global macroeconomic situation and even mighty India’s inability to avert the fallout, it’s understandable …

Government tells IT firms seeking deferral of import licensing regime to submit local production plan
1 year, 4 months ago

Government tells IT firms seeking deferral of import licensing regime to submit local production plan

The Hindu  

The Centre has countered the IT hardware industry’s request to defer the new import licensing norms by 9-12 months, asking the players to submit a plan to ramp up domestic production in phases. Domestic players that The Hindu Businessline spoke with said that the Centre expects hardware companies to value-add in the local manufacturing of computers and other devices by …

Top tech firms appeal for 1-year delay in November 1 laptop import restrictions
1 year, 4 months ago

Top tech firms appeal for 1-year delay in November 1 laptop import restrictions

India TV News  

Prominent consumer electronics companies, including HP, Apple, and Dell, have appealed to the government to extend the licensing deadline for PCs, laptops, and tablets beyond the current November 1 cutoff. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade notification mandates that effective from November 1, 2023, a valid license for restricted imports is required for the clearance of imported consignments. Government representatives …

DC Edit | Will Indian tech giants step up?
1 year, 4 months ago

DC Edit | Will Indian tech giants step up?

Deccan Chronicle  

After India boosted its mobile phone manufacturing through a carrot-and-stick policy, involving production-linked sops and import restrictions, the Narendra Modi-led government has announced restrictions on the import of laptops, tablets and some types of computers, citing security reasons. India has imported personal computers, including laptops worth $5.33 billion in 2022-23, as against $7.37 billion in 2021-22, while the overall electronics …

India Delays Import Restrictions On Laptops And PCs
1 year, 4 months ago

India Delays Import Restrictions On Laptops And PCs

News 18  

The Indian government has decided to push the timeline for restricting laptop and PC imports on Friday. The reason behind this move was to encourage local manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports from countries like China and Vietnam in the PC sector. Q: Why has the @GoI_MeitY finalized new norms for import of IT hardware like Laptops, Servers etc?Ans: There …

Curbs on laptop, PC imports to check IT hardware with in-built security loopholes
1 year, 4 months ago

Curbs on laptop, PC imports to check IT hardware with in-built security loopholes

The Hindu  

The government has imposed a licensing requirement for the import of laptops, tablets and personal computers to guard against IT hardware coming in with in-built security loopholes that may potentially endanger sensitive personal and enterprise data, top sources said. With India having sufficient capacity for IT hardware devices manufacturing, the requirement of purchasers needing permission to import laptops, tablets, all-in-one …

5 Things That May Happen After Restriction On Laptop Imports In India
1 year, 4 months ago

5 Things That May Happen After Restriction On Laptop Imports In India

News 18  

Earlier this week, the Indian government issued an order which restricts imports of laptops, PCs, tablets and more in the country. But for now, people eager to buy a new laptop or PC will be keeping a close eye on how the new restriction on import affects their choices and which brands can cater to their demands, at least in …

India imposes import curbs on laptops, tablets, PCs to boost local manufacturing
1 year, 4 months ago

India imposes import curbs on laptops, tablets, PCs to boost local manufacturing

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The government on Thursday imposed import restrictions on laptops, tablets, and certain type of computers with immediate effect, a move that will curtail inbound shipments of these goods from countries like China and boost domestic manufacturing. “Import of laptops, tablets, all-in-one personal computers, and ultra small form factor computers, servers. “Exemption from import licensing requirements is provided for …

Why has India restricted imports of laptops and computers?
1 year, 4 months ago

Why has India restricted imports of laptops and computers?

Firstpost  

The ministry of commerce has stated that imports would be allowed against a valid licence and that imports under baggage rules would remain exempt. Experts say the move has been made to give a boost to local manufacturing keeping in mind the ‘Aatmanirbhar India’ concept The Centre has restricted the imports of laptops, tablets and personal computers. “Import of laptops, …

Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for licence
1 year, 4 months ago

Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for licence

The Hindu  

The Central government on Thursday restricted all imports of laptops, tablets, all-in-one and small-factor personal computers or PCs, requiring licences for these products to be brought into the country and sold to consumers. “The said Restriction shall not be applicable to imports under Baggage Rules,” the Directorate General of Foreign Trade said in its notification announcing the curbs, indicating that …

Indian government announces restrictions on the import of laptops, PC and more gadgets: Details
1 year, 4 months ago

Indian government announces restrictions on the import of laptops, PC and more gadgets: Details

India TV News  

The Indian government announced restrictions on the import of laptops, personal computers, and other electronic items. The India Cellular and Electronics Association expressed confidence that valid licenses will be provided to trusted industry partners to facilitate ease of doing business. Mr Pankaj Mohindroo, Chairman of, India Cellular and Electronics Association said, “This policy announcement seems to be based on the …

Govt makes renewed push to boost hardware manufacturing
1 year, 7 months ago

Govt makes renewed push to boost hardware manufacturing

Live Mint  

New Delhi : The Union cabinet on Wednesday approved a six-year production-linked incentive scheme for IT hardware, including laptops, tablets, personal computers, servers and edge computing devices, with an outlay of ₹17,000 crore. Telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the scheme would attract top hardware companies such as HP, Dell and Apple to India. “We’re confident that the changes made in …

Apple is struggling to increase production in India, says report
1 year, 10 months ago

Apple is struggling to increase production in India, says report

The Hindu  

Apple is facing hurdles in its attempt to increase production in India, according to a report in the Financial Times. Apple is building up operations in India following the blueprint it set in China two decades ago, with engineers and designers often spending weeks or months at a time in factories to oversee manufacturing. At a casings factory in Hosur …

Union Budget 2023-24: Consumer Electronics sector expects proposals to bolster its growth
1 year, 10 months ago

Union Budget 2023-24: Consumer Electronics sector expects proposals to bolster its growth

Firstpost  

It would also be very helpful to the sector if the government provides incentives for the domestic design and manufacture of electronics Around 62 per cent of industry leaders were optimistic about India’s growth prospects in 2023, according to a recent survey by Deloitte. Outlook for electronics sector In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion around India …

Major step up for Apple’s Make in India plan as Indian supplier starts making AirPod parts for export
1 year, 10 months ago

Major step up for Apple’s Make in India plan as Indian supplier starts making AirPod parts for export

Firstpost  

In a major development that is only going to bolster Apple’s Make in India plan, Apple’s Indian supplier Jabil Circuits will now start manufacturing components that go into the making of the latest AirPods and AirPods Pro and also start exporting them to other countries where wearables are assembled. Given how Apple has been trying to expand its China Plus …

New PLI scheme for IT server, hardware to offer more sops for IP designed in India
1 year, 11 months ago

New PLI scheme for IT server, hardware to offer more sops for IP designed in India

The Hindu  

India will soon be launching a production linked incentive scheme for IT server and hardware manufacturing with one of its facets being to encourage use of IP generated in the country. “One of the things in the PLI scheme is we will create additional incentives for manufacturers or OEMs that incorporate IP designed in India into their systems and products,” …

Budget 2023 | Govt May Bring Incentive Scheme To Boost Local Chip Manufacturing: Report
1 year, 11 months ago

Budget 2023 | Govt May Bring Incentive Scheme To Boost Local Chip Manufacturing: Report

ABP News  

As the world’s chip shortage problem persists, the central government is likely to incentivise local chip manufacturing. According to a report by the Economic Times, the Ministry of Electronics and IT is working on an incentive scheme, worth around Rs 10,000 crore to Rs 12,000 crore, to promote domestic manufacturing of high-end components that could go into products such as …

Indian Govt Wants Apple To Make iPads And MacBook In The Country, Plans PLI Boost For Production
1 year, 11 months ago

Indian Govt Wants Apple To Make iPads And MacBook In The Country, Plans PLI Boost For Production

News 18  

The Indian government wants Apple to manufacture iPads and MacBooks in the country, for which it is reportedly mulling an increase in the outlay for production-linked-incentive or PLI that goes into IT hardware manufacturing. As per sources quoted in a TOI report this week, the government has seen the potential of Apple’s production layout thanks to the wide base iPhone …

Time for India as a product nation
2 years, 2 months ago

Time for India as a product nation

Live Mint  

An enabling ecosystem builds its own momentum. The next step is to build our products and get into product ownership to usher in a new era of Make in India products that are 100% repairable and upgradable and support the vision of a robust growth nation catering and supporting a circular economy to the global market as well. Next, the …

Soon You Will Be Seeing 'Make In India' Laptops From Us: Asus India To News18 Tech
2 years, 3 months ago

Soon You Will Be Seeing 'Make In India' Laptops From Us: Asus India To News18 Tech

News 18  

The laptop category in India is no longer considered to be stagnant, and buyers have plenty of options with brands like Xiaomi and Realme added to the mix. We spoke to Arnold Su, Head of Consumer PC, Gaming, Asus India and Sam Huang, Country Product Manager – PC, ASUS India, to understand the company’s product lineup, its ideas behind the …

How US CHIPS Act will help India become self-reliant in semiconductor industry
2 years, 4 months ago

How US CHIPS Act will help India become self-reliant in semiconductor industry

Firstpost  

As India is setting itself up to become self-reliant in semiconductor chips, this move will complement Indian efforts in this space and further boost the Semiconductor India Programme, according to Indian experts New Delhi: US President Joe Biden on Tuesday signed a USD 280 billion bipartisan bill to boost domestic high-tech manufacturing, part of his administration’s push to boost the …

Made in India smartphone shipments grow amid global component shortages
2 years, 6 months ago

Made in India smartphone shipments grow amid global component shortages

The Hindu  

Made in India smartphone shipments expanded in the first quarter of 2022 amid global component shortages, according to market research firm Counterpoint. “The increasing smartphone demand in India, as well as increasing exports, are the major reasons for the continued growth,” Prachir Singh, Senior Research Analyst at Counterpoint, said in a statement. “Support has also come from the Indian government’s …

Budget 2022: Smartphone industry reacts and how, read here
2 years, 10 months ago

Budget 2022: Smartphone industry reacts and how, read here

Live Mint  

Xiaomi India The budget 2022 announced today, will truly make India a digital-enabled and an Atmanirbhar economy. The initiatives aimed at driving innovation and manufacturing are a great impetus towards aiding the boom of the electronics and telecom industry of the country - helping promote economic growth, create jobs. Duty concession will further strengthen local manufacturing and PM Gati Shakti …

For $300 Billion Electronics Manufacturing Dream, Budget 2022 Must Incentivise Make in India
2 years, 10 months ago

For $300 Billion Electronics Manufacturing Dream, Budget 2022 Must Incentivise Make in India

News 18  

On January 24, the Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw released the vision document on the opportunities and growth of domestic electronics manufacturing. Titled “$300 bn Sustainable Electronics Manufacturing & Exports by 2026”, the report looks at the systemic changes needed to build the manufacturing capability for the domestic sector. While some electronics goods require a large number …

Centre may revise duty on electronics
2 years, 10 months ago

Centre may revise duty on electronics

Hindustan Times  

The government is likely to rejig customs duties on components or sub-parts of consumer electronics and mobile phones in the upcoming Union budget, two people familiar with the development said. The government is considering reducing import duties on components of audio devices and wearables such as smartwatches and smart bands to boost local manufacturing, the second person said, also declining …

Want to build the next Android or iOS for India? Government will support you via incentives
2 years, 10 months ago

Want to build the next Android or iOS for India? Government will support you via incentives

India Today  

Your smartphone is either powered by Google’s Android or Apple’s iOS today. The government is expecting that India’s startups and academic ecosystems will lead the development of an indigenous mobile ecosystem that will rival Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS. India’s push for a desi alternative to Android and iOS is a part of the government’s efforts towards the Digital India …

‘India can make $300-bn electronics by 2026’
2 years, 10 months ago

‘India can make $300-bn electronics by 2026’

The Hindu  

Given the ‘unforeseen and unprecedented’ challenges brought by the pandemic, India is likely to achieve electronics production of $300 billion by 2026, lower than the target of $400 billion by 2025 set as per the National Policy on Electronics 2019, according to a vision document released by Ministry of Electronics and IT in association with the India Cellular & Electronics …

HP Starts Manufacturing PC Products And Display Monitors In India
3 years ago

HP Starts Manufacturing PC Products And Display Monitors In India

ABP News  

New Delhi: PC and printer major HP Inc on Wednesday said it has started local manufacturing of multiple PC products including laptops in India, as the government renews its thrust on the 'make in India' initiative. The company has begun manufacturing multiple models of laptops, desktop towers, mini desktops at the Flex facility in Sriperumbudur near Chennai, Tamil Nadu. "We …

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