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India.com
9 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Boycott China: You won't believe these 50 Chinese products are found in every Indian household, they are...
In a significant setback for China after it allegedly assisted Pakistan in attacking India with drones during the recent India-Pakistan conflict, India has taken strong diplomatic and strategic measures. 'Boycott China' is trending on several social media platforms. Chinese products have flooded Indian markets and become a part of our daily lives. Often, people may not even notice whether what they're buying is made in India or imported from China. Over the past two decades, India's imports from China have steadily increased, reflecting a growing dependence on these goods. India and China have been engaged in a territorial face-off since 2020 after the Chinese Army transgressed into multiple areas from the Galwan valley to the Finger area along the Pangong lake. This incident sparked a widespread call to boycott Chinese products across the country. Over the past four years, the movement has gained some ground, with many people gradually shifting towards locally made goods. However, it's still a concern that a significant portion of products—like kitchen items, electronic gadgets, and even religious supplies—continue to be imported from China. In 2020, India lost 20 soldiers, including a commanding officer, during a violent clash with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley. China hasn't stopped its political activities quietly. When tensions rose between India and Pakistan along the border, it became clear that China was quietly supporting Pakistan. In such times, if China plans against India but still wants to benefit from our large market, many people in India have started boycotting 'Made in China' products to reduce their presence in the market. As demand decreases, imports will go down, which will eventually affect China economically. In recent years, there has been significant opposition to imports from China, especially items like toys and figurines, because these are culturally and economically sensitive. Below is a list of such Chinese products that are directly imported from China and bear the label 'Made in China' or 'Made in PRC.' According to an Aaj Tak report, China holds a 75% share in the import of toys. While purchasing toys, it is advisable to check the brand carefully and avoid generic Chinese brands. The government has taken several positive steps to promote the indigenous toy industry, which has resulted in a 52% reduction in imports since 2020. Despite this progress, Chinese toys are still commonly found in the Indian market. According to an Aaj Tak report, the import of Chinese figurines has faced widespread opposition due to their strong connection with religious sentiments. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) led boycott campaigns against these imports in 2016 and 2020. It is claimed that the Chinese share in figurines has dropped significantly from 70-80% to around 10%. This reduction is attributed to the increased promotion of indigenous figurines, which has helped curb imports. However, Chinese figurines are still sold during festivals. During Diwali and other festivals, Chinese decorative garlands sell a lot because they are cheap. But their quality is very low. According to the AajTak report, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has added these items to its boycott list of more than 500 Chinese products. The rule to make BIS certification mandatory has reduced the import of Chinese decorations, but they can still be found in local markets. Here's a concise list of common Chinese-imported products in India (directly from China, labeled 'Made in China/PRC'): Smartphones: Xiaomi (Mi, Redmi), Oppo, Vivo, Realme (Made in China) Power Banks: Xiaomi, Anker (Made in China) Earphones/Headphones: OnePlus, Realme, Xiaomi (Made in China) Mobile Chargers: Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo (Made in China) Electric Trimmers: Xiaomi, Philips (some models) (Made in China) Hair Dryers: Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Electric Shavers: Xiaomi, Kemei (Made in China) Portable Fans: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Decorative Garlands (Diwali/Christmas): Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Lakshmi-Ganesh Figurines (Plastic/Ceramic): Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Holi Water Guns (Pichkaris): Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Holi Colors (Powder/Liquid): Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Plastic Toys: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Battery-operated Toys: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Remote Control Cars/Drones: DJI (drones), Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Solar Cells/Panels: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Tempered Glass (Screen Protectors): Spigen, Baseus (Made in China) USB Cables: Anker, Baseus (Made in China) Smartwatches: Amazfit, Xiaomi (Made in China) Bluetooth Speakers: JBL (some models), Xiaomi (Made in China) LED Bulbs: Syska (some models), Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) LED Strip Lights: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Electric Kettles: Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Electronic Display Boards: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Memory Cards (SD Cards): SanDisk (some models), Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Pen Drives: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Wireless Communication Devices: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Sound Recorders: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Badminton Rackets: Yonex (some models), Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Footballs: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Footwear: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) School Bags: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Umbrellas: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Artificial Jewelry: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Electric Massagers: Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Heating Pads: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) CCTV Cameras: Hikvision, Dahua (Made in China) Furniture (Cheap desks, chairs): Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Bedsheets: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Plastic Containers: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Non-stick Pans/Tawas: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) China Clay Cups and Plates: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Cheap Glasses (Frames): Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Digital Thermometers: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) BP Monitors: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Electric Toothbrushes: Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Insect Repellent Devices: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Coffee Makers: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Electric Can Openers: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Outdoor Barbecues: Generic Chinese brands (Made in China) Chinese companies currently hold about 70% of the smartphone market share. The 'Boycott China' campaign has influenced buying habits to some extent, but many consumers still choose Chinese mobiles due to their affordable prices. Popular Chinese brands include Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Realme. If these products are manufactured in India, they can be considered for purchase. However, it's advisable to avoid products labeled 'Made in China.' Similarly, when purchasing power banks, speakers, or headphones, it's helpful to check their country of manufacture.
India Today
2 days ago
- India Today
Befriend, rape, blackmail: The modus operandi of 'love jihad' gangs in Bhopal
In recent months, a systematic sexual exploitation racket targeting Hindu women and girls has surfaced in Bhopal as well as in smaller towns of Madhya Pradesh. The modus operandi of the "love jihad gangs" involve befriending unsuspecting Hindu girls, sexually exploiting them and then blackmailing them with obscene videos, and eventually pressuring them to the past few months, several such cases have come to light, with police arresting over 12 suspects across various WOMAN'S ORDEAL IN BHOPALOne such victim of the 'love jihad' gang was a 35-year-old divorced woman who lives with her son (14). In her FIR, the women alleged that a man named Nadeem befriended her and raped her multiple times on the pretext of marriage. The woman claimed that Nadeem later demanded that she convert to Islam and her son undergo circumcision as a condition for marriage. Sharing her ordeal, the woman, who was divorced 12 years ago, told AajTak that she met Nadeem three years ago. She said that Nadeem initially supported her and visited her home frequently. Soon, they had physical relations. However, the woman later found that Nadeem was already May 13, 2025, Nadeem allegedly raped the women at her home and recorded videos of the act. The woman was also threatened to convert to woman claimed that Nadeem also pressured her to wear a burqa, stop observing Thursday fasts, and not leave the house without his permission. The woman objected to the demands. As Nadeem turned abusive, the woman approached the police, who registered a case against Nadeem under sections of the Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion GANG BUSTEDAn organised gang that targeted Hindu college students was busted after a young woman lodged a case against a man named Farhan. After Farhan's arrest, police stumbled upon a dozen obscene videos in which he is seen raping and assaulting far, five victims have approached the police. Apart from Farhan, four others have been arrested - Sahil, Ali, Saad, and MODUS OPERANDIPolice have found that the gang was led by Farhan. It specifically targeted Hindu women belonging to small towns or villages studying in gang lured victims into relationships, raped them, and recorded videos to blackmail them. Farhan also pressured the victims to introduce other women to the who ran a dance class in Ashok Garden, also targeted Hindu girls. Ali similarly exploited one such student and sent her videos to a mechanic, transported the victims to Farhan's residence and dealt in marijuana. Nabeel and Abrar provided their rooms where the women were another member of the gang, died by suicide last year. The gang usually took the victims to hookah lounges and pubs, where the women were drugged before being sexually interrogation, an unfazed Farhan showed no remorse, and bluntly said his actions earned him "sawab" (religious reward). The development provoked a sharp response from Bhopal BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma. "Those who talk of sawab should know that only a graveyard awaits them. We will not let love jihad thrive in Madhya Pradesh," Sharma.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shivangi Joshi Gains Weight For Bade Achhe Lagte Hain: ‘Bohot Khana Pada'
Last Updated: Shivangi Joshi shared that she gained 8 kilograms to bring authenticity to her character in the upcoming show. The new season of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain is already creating a stir on social media. Featuring Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi in the lead roles, the show promises a fresh storyline and a captivating on-screen pairing that has got fans excited. In a recent interview, Shivangi revealed that she underwent a massive physical transformation to get into her character. Alongside Harshad, the actress also shared intriguing details about the show, teasing fans about what's to come in the upcoming season. In a conversation with Aaj Tak, Shivangi Joshi and Harshad Chopda opened up about the upcoming season of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. Harshad praised Shivangi's dedication to her craft, revealing that she fully immersed herself in the role with remarkable passion and commitment. Shivangi, on her part, shared that she gained 8 kilograms to bring authenticity to her character. 'Mujhe bohot khana pada hai. Mujhe weight gain karne ke liye bola tha. Toh maine gain kiya hai kaafi. 8 kgs I have gained. Toh mehnat toh lagi hai kaafi khane mei (I had to eat a lot. I was asked to gain weight. So I have gained 8 kgs I have gained. So I had to do hard work in eating)," she said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) Moving on, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai fame Shivangi Joshi opened up about the challenges of her physical transformation, noting that both gaining and losing weight come with their own struggles. Harshad Chopda joined in with a laugh, sharing that people often tease him for never gaining weight. Shivangi playfully called him out for his love of junk food on set, joking that she's had enough of eating and can't take another bite. Since her character, Bhagyashree, is South Indian and speaks Tamil with her family, Shivangi said she also worked on improving her language skills for the role. Adding a fun twist to the storyline, the actors revealed that Bhagyashree will have a pet dog named Kaddu, who ends up playing cupid between her and Harshad's character, Rishabh. Bade Achhe Lagte Hain's new season premiere date is yet to be officially announced by the makers. Alongside Harshad and Shivangi, the show also stars an impressive supporting cast, including Nitin Bhatia, child artist Kiara Sadh, and others. First Published:
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Old plane crash video falsely linked to India-Pakistan conflict
"Pakistanis rescuing a pilot from an Indian aircraft shot down by a Pakistani military attack," reads part of a Sinhala-language Facebook post shared May 7, 2025. The post includes a reel whose caption says in Urdu: "Take this, Your father Pakistan has destroyed seven Indian planes. A video of shooting down of one plane has surfaced". The video shows a plane engulfed in flames and people tending to someone dressed in military fatigues. An AFP reporter confirmed the people in the video are speaking in Hindi with a rural accent. India launched air strikes on what it called "terrorist camps" in Pakistan on May 7, triggering an immediate response from Islamabad (archived link). The fighting was touched off by an attack last month in the Indian-administered side of disputed Kashmir that killed 26 tourists, mostly Hindu men, which New Delhi blamed on Islamabad. Pakistan denies any involvement in the attack. Pakistan claimed it downed five Indian warplanes, including three French-made Rafale fighter jets, although New Delhi has not confirmed any losses (archived link). The clashes, the worst between the neighbours in decades, were brought to a halt by a ceasefire announced May 10. Similar claims spread elsewhere on Facebook alongside the same video. But the footage predates the violence. A reverse image search and subsequent keyword searches on Google found a Facebook reel published February 7 on the verified Facebook account of Indian media outlet Aaj Tak (archived link). "Another video has emerged related to the crash of an Indian Air Force fighter aircraft (Mirage-2000) near Bahreta Sani village in Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh," part of the Hindi-language caption reads. The footage bears the red logo of Aaj Tak, visible in the top right-hand part of the clip shared on Facebook. Business Today published the same video on February 7 (archived link). Other Indian media organisations, including The Times of India and NDTV, reported that a twin-seater Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft from the country's air force crashed in the state of Madhya Pradesh on February 6 (archived links here and here). The Indian Air Force said on X that the pilots ejected before the plane crashed due to a system malfunction (archived link). A police officer from Karera -- a municipality in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh -- also confirmed the plane crash to Bhaskar English and said two pilots were on board the jet when it crashed. The Indian news outlet quoted one of the pilots (archived link). AFP has debunked other misinformation stemming from the conflict between India and Pakistan here.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Old plane crash video falsely linked to India-Pakistan conflict
"Pakistanis rescuing a pilot from an Indian aircraft shot down by a Pakistani military attack," reads part of a Sinhala-language Facebook post shared May 7, 2025. The post includes a reel whose caption says in Urdu: "Take this, Your father Pakistan has destroyed seven Indian planes. A video of shooting down of one plane has surfaced". The video shows a plane engulfed in flames and people tending to someone dressed in military fatigues. An AFP reporter confirmed the people in the video are speaking in Hindi with a rural accent. India launched air strikes on what it called "terrorist camps" in Pakistan on May 7, triggering an immediate response from Islamabad (archived link). The fighting was touched off by an attack last month in the Indian-administered side of disputed Kashmir that killed 26 tourists, mostly Hindu men, which New Delhi blamed on Islamabad. Pakistan denies any involvement in the attack. Pakistan claimed it downed five Indian warplanes, including three French-made Rafale fighter jets, although New Delhi has not confirmed any losses (archived link). The clashes, the worst between the neighbours in decades, were brought to a halt by a ceasefire announced May 10. Similar claims spread elsewhere on Facebook alongside the same video. But the footage predates the violence. A reverse image search and subsequent keyword searches on Google found a Facebook reel published February 7 on the verified Facebook account of Indian media outlet Aaj Tak (archived link). "Another video has emerged related to the crash of an Indian Air Force fighter aircraft (Mirage-2000) near Bahreta Sani village in Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh," part of the Hindi-language caption reads. The footage bears the red logo of Aaj Tak, visible in the top right-hand part of the clip shared on Facebook. Business Today published the same video on February 7 (archived link). Other Indian media organisations, including The Times of India and NDTV, reported that a twin-seater Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft from the country's air force crashed in the state of Madhya Pradesh on February 6 (archived links here and here). The Indian Air Force said on X that the pilots ejected before the plane crashed due to a system malfunction (archived link). A police officer from Karera -- a municipality in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh -- also confirmed the plane crash to Bhaskar English and said two pilots were on board the jet when it crashed. The Indian news outlet quoted one of the pilots (archived link). AFP has debunked other misinformation stemming from the conflict between India and Pakistan here.
