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India.com
4 days ago
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- 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.
News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
‘Not Turkey Or Azerbaijan': Marico Chief Mariwala Tells Which Country Is Greater Threat To India
Last Updated: "China poses a constant threat to our country and therefore, must be viewed in the same, in fact, even stronger light than Turkey and Azerbaijan," says Harsh Mariwala Amid the India-Pakistan tension, Harsh Mariwala, chairman of Marico Limited, said that China poses a greater threat to India, compared to Turkey and Azerbaijan. 'The current situation between India and Pakistan has resulted in growing support for a boycott of goods and travel to Turkey and Azerbaijan. And rightly so," Mariwala said on X. Indian trade leaders and tourists have taken a stance against Turkey and Azerbaijan, taking note of their open support to Pakistan after India's Operation Sindoor on terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in the aftermath of April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. 'It is also important that we maintain consistency and apply long-term thinking. However, we cannot be selective. China's strong support of Pakistan is well documented, both economically as well as militarily, and will have far reaching consequences for India's security and sovereignty," he said on X. The current situation between India and Pakistan has resulted in growing support for a boycott of goods and travel to Turkey and Azerbaijan. And rightly so. It is also important that we maintain consistency and apply long-term we cannot be selective.… — Harsh Mariwala (@hcmariwala) May 27, 2025 'This then, raises an extremely vital question – ' Are we applying our boycotts equally across the board or being selective?" China poses a far greater and constant threat to our country and therefore, must be viewed in the same, in fact, even stronger light than Turkey and Azerbaijan," said Mairwala. Traders in India decided to boycott trade and tourism with Turkey and Azerbaijan in a meeting of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) in New Delhi on May 16. While India's trade ties with the two countries have already come under scrutiny, multiple educational institutions, including Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), have either suspended their collaboration with universities in Turkiye or are considering it. With the development, visits of Indian tourists, hosting of destination weddings and shooting of Indian films are also likely to significantly drop in Turkiye and Azerbaijan in the coming days as the government may discourage people from going to the two countries. Additionally, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) and All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) on Wednesday appealed to Indian artists and producers to boycott Turkiye as a shooting destination for its pro-Pakistan stance. According to estimates, about three lakh Indian tourists visited Turkiye in 2023 and over two lakh to Azerbaijan. India's exports to Turkiye stood at USD 5.2 billion during April-February 2024-25 as against USD 6.65 billion in 2023-24. In response to Turkey's anti-India statements, the Indian government decided to revoke security clearance for Celebi Ground Handling India Private Limited, a Turkish firm operating at nine major airports, amid national security concerns. Trade leaders also welcomed the Indian government's recent decision to revoke security clearance for Celebi Ground Handling India Private Limited, a Turkish firm operating at nine major airports, citing national security concerns.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
In India's congested cities, delivery apps cash in
HighlightsThe rise of quick commerce apps in India is transforming the retail landscape, with companies like BigBasket achieving delivery times as short as 10 minutes from their 'dark stores'. India's quick commerce market is projected to grow from $100 million in 2020 to an estimated $6 billion in 2024, with potential to reach $40 billion by the end of the decade, fueled by densely populated urban areas. The Confederation of All India Traders has called for a nationwide movement against quick commerce platforms, likening them to a 'modern-day East India Company' threatening small, family-run businesses. In India's sprawling financial hub of Mumbai armies of "dabbawalas" have for decades crisscrossed the city by foot and bicycle, delivering home-cooked food to office workers who are keen to avoid the searing heat and traffic-snarled streets. Now, across the country, young entrepreneurs are taking that tradition to the next level with the explosion of shopping apps that allow customers to get hold of not only food and drink but anything else from clothes to iPhones -- within minutes. The so-called quick commerce apps are redefining the retail game, not only disrupting e-commerce titans such as Amazon with their speed and efficiency but also long-established "mom and pop" stores which are no longer convenient enough. At a warehouse managed by online grocer BigBasket in central Mumbai, employees work with military-like precision to pull off deliveries in just 10 minutes. These warehouses are known within the industry as " dark stores ", a reference to being closed off to customers. When a new order is received, a worker leaps into action, darting through aisles filled with everything from fizzy drinks to vegetables, packing a bag of groceries handed to a motorbike rider -- the modern-day "dabbawala", Hindi for "lunchbox man". Local tech companies have poured in billions to set up these nifty logistical networks across big cities, fuelling India's rapid shopping industry. - 'Unprecedented' - For millions of customers, it's an easy way to avoid shopping in the sweltering heat -- visiting multiple food stalls -- and spending hours navigating the country's notorious traffic jams. Growth has been "very strong", BigBasket co-founder Vipul Parekh told AFP, pointing to forecasts that indicate a compounded annual growth rate of more than 60 percent over the next two to three years. "When you talk of a large industry transforming and growing at this pace, that is unprecedented," he said. Delivery apps such as Getir or Jokr have faltered in Europe and the United States in recent years, as pandemic-induced demand wore off and rising inflation pinched customer wallets. But sales in India have soared from $100 million in 2020 to an estimated $6 billion in 2024, according to projections by market analysis firm Datum Intelligence. This could hit $40 billion by the end of the decade, according to investment bank JM Financial. Companies say India's quick commerce's growth is partly down to the sheer scale of people living in tight-packed cities within a roughly two kilometre (one mile) radius of a "dark store", said Parekh. "The revenue potential in that catchment is very high," he said. A lack of many traditional supermarket grocery chains in India aid the business model, he said. Rinish Ravindra , a regular user, admits that they make him "lazy", but argues that the convenience is unbeatable. "I just press a bunch of keys and all of it comes delivered to home," says the 32-year-old, who works in Mumbai's film industry. Local players have made rapid progress but competition is heating up. Amazon is getting its act together, along with Walmart-owned Flipkart and billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries as they belatedly roll out rapid delivery offerings. "One of the problems with e-commerce players like Amazon is that, until now, they've relied on these big fulfilment centres that sit on the outside or outskirts of cities," said Satish Meena of Datum Intelligence. "These aren't suited for rapid delivery, which is why they now need to invest to build their own dark store networks within urban areas." - 'Just order it online' - However, a more crowded industry threatens the sustainability of the sector that has already seen one prominent start-up go bust. "My sense is that the market is good enough for two to three players," said Rahul Malhotra of Bernstein, a research firm, adding that the total addressable market may be worth around $50-$60 billion. "Some of the early movers, with hyperlocal capabilities obviously, have an advantage here." The sector could also face challenges from thousands of small, family-run shops. The Confederation of All India Traders, a leading industry group that claims to represent over 90 million small businesses, has called for "a nationwide movement" against newer platforms. Its president likened quick commerce to being a "modern-day East India Company", a reference to the rapacious British power that began in the 17th century to seize swathes of India, preceding colonial rule. For now, customers are voting with their wallets. "When I think of groceries I think, 'I can just order it online'," said Ravindra.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Noida traders cut off ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan
Noida: Entrepreneurs and traders in the city have announced a "complete boycott" of business and travel ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan over their support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. The traders, while accusing the two countries of "betrayal", went as far as to take a collective "oath" against visiting them. At a meeting held on Saturday (May 17), Noida Entrepreneurs Association (NEA), representing over 3,500 industries in Gautam Budh Nagar, unanimously decided to "end all business relations with immediate effect". Delhi-NCR convenor of Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) SK Jain, who also heads the Sector 18 Market Association, called on the govt to suspend imports from the two nations, asserting that this is "not just an economic decision, but a patriotic stand." India maintains a trade surplus with Turkey, exporting mineral fuels, pharmaceuticals, machinery, auto parts and cotton, while importing marble, apples, gold and chemicals. NEA VP Sudhir Srivastava confirmed the suspension of business activities. NEA president Vipin Malhan said, "Turkey's backing of a nation that harbours terrorism shows where its loyalties lie."
India Gazette
18-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Fruit traders, buyers boycott Turkish fruits in Haridwar
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], May 18 (ANI): In wake of Turkey's support for Pakistan during the recent military conflict with India, all the traders and buyers in Haridwar have boycotted the fruits coming from Turkey. The customers said that all the Turkish fruits should be completely boycotted in India. A customer said, 'How can we support a country that does not stand with our country. The general public is boycotting everything, so we must boycott it too. The traders who have already got Turkish fruits in stock, we are requesting them not to purchase further stock from them. Country's pride is more important for us compared to fruits. The fruit sellers are also Indian. After Operation Sindoor the feeling of patriotism has gained prominence.' A fruit seller said that fruits from Turkey have been boycotted. 'Stocks have stopped coming. Whatever fruits used to come from Turkey have been stopped and no one is selling them in Haridwar. Customers have refused to buy fruits from Turkey,' he said. Fruit traders based in Prayagraj too have collectively decided to boycott Turkish apples. It was not immediately known how much quantity of apples are imported to India from Turkey. Similarly, traders in various Indian cities have unanimously decided to boycott Turkish products, including apples, other fruits and other products like marble stone. A Prayagraj-based apple trader, Saurabh, told ANI, 'After the conflict, we have stopped selling Apples from Turkey. Customers who used to buy those apples have asked us to provide apples from countries other than Turkey. Neither are customers demanding Turkish apples, nor are we selling them.' Earlier, Himachal Pradesh farmers had also demanded a ban on Turkish apple imports, urging the Central government to impose as high as 100 per cent duties on them. Himachal is a key grower of apples. In a strong retaliatory move against Turkey and Azerbaijan's open support to Pakistan, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) announced a complete boycott of trade with these two countries this week. Turkey and Azerbaijan have rallied behind Pakistan despite its support for cross-border terrorism against India and its aggression after the Indian Armed Forces struck nine terror infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Azerbaijan, in its statement on India-Pakistan tensions, has echoed the Pakistani line. Turkey expressed its solidarity with Pakistan and supported Islamabad's proposal for an international investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack. Turkey has also supplied military weapons to Pakistan. (ANI)
