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India.com
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Boycott China: 50 items that are found in every home in India, start boycotting these items and China will..., check full list
India boycotts China After India conducted Operation Sindoor on terror locations in Pakistan, countries like China, Pakistan and Azerbaijan came into its support. As a result of the support, these countries are facing a significant backlash in India. Indians have reportedly rejected the tourist locations of Turkey and Azerbaijan, causing a massive decline in the Visa requests to these countries. After Azerbaijan and Turkey, the Indian sense of anger is growing against China. Here are all the details you need to know about the Chinese items used in India. China boycott: List of Chinese items used in India: Smartphones – Xiaomi (Mi, Redmi), Oppo, Vivo, Realme Power Banks – Xiaomi, Anker Earphones/Headphones – OnePlus, Realme, Xiaomi Mobile Chargers – Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo Tempered Glass (Screen Protectors) – Spigen, Baseus USB Cables – Anker, Baseus Smartwatches – Amazfit, Xiaomi Bluetooth Speakers – JBL (some models), Xiaomi LED Bulbs – Syska (some models), Generic Chinese brands LED Strip Lights – Generic Chinese brands Electric Kettle – Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands Electric Trimmers – Xiaomi, Philips (some models) Hair Dryers – Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands Electric Shavers – Xiaomi, Kemei Portable Fans – Generic Chinese brands Decorative Garlands (Diwali/Christmas) – Generic Chinese brands Laxmi-Ganesh Idols (Plastic/Ceramic) – Generic Chinese brands Holi Pichkari – Generic Chinese brands Holi Colours (Powder/Liquid) – Generic Chinese brands Plastic Toys – Generic Chinese brands Battery-Operated Toys – Generic Chinese brands Remote Control Cars/Drones – DJI, Generic Chinese brands Solar Cells/Panels – Generic Chinese brands Electronic Display Boards – Generic Chinese brands Memory Cards (SD Cards) – SanDisk (some models), Generic Chinese brands Pen Drives – Generic Chinese brands Wireless Communication Equipment – Generic Chinese brands Sound Recorders – Generic Chinese brands CCTV Cameras – Hikvision, Dahua Furniture (Cheap Desks, Chairs) – Generic Chinese brands Bedsheets – Generic Chinese brands Plastic Containers – Generic Chinese brands Non-Stick Kadai/Tawa – Generic Chinese brands Porcelain Cups and Plates – Generic Chinese brands Cheap Glasses (Frames) – Generic Chinese brands Digital Thermometer – Generic Chinese brands BP Monitor – Generic Chinese brands Badminton Racket – Yonex (some models), Generic Chinese brands Football – Generic Chinese brands Shoes – Generic Chinese brands School Bag – Generic Chinese brands Umbrella – Generic Chinese brands Fake Jewelry – Generic Chinese brands Electric Massager – Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands Heating Pad – Generic Chinese brands Electric Toothbrush – Xiaomi, Generic Chinese brands Insect Killer Device – Generic Chinese brands Coffee Maker – Generic Chinese brands Electric Can Opener – Generic Chinese brands Outdoor Barbecue – Generic Chinese brands (With inputs from agencies)
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Narivetta movie review: Tovino Thomas's action drama is a triggering reminder of a crimson-stained chapter in Kerala's history
Narivetta movie review: After he beats up an Adivasi youth at the protest site, we see a clear and significant shift in the way Constable Varghese Peter (Tovino Thomas) is treated by his colleagues. The same senior officers who were previously cold towards him, often schooling and punishing him for his short temper, suddenly begin to show him warmth. They even allow him to drink with them, praising him for doing 'the right thing' by giving the Adivasi youth 'what he deserved'. After all, it was because of the youth and his people protesting that these officers were deployed to the site, far away from their base. And why would the police be concerned about why the Adivasis are protesting? It's not like they, during their passing-out parades, take an oath to 'serve the public, while upholding the dignity and rights of individuals as enshrined in the Constitution.' Oh wait; they do take that oath, don't they?! But if history (not the state-sponsored version) has taught us anything, it's that the marginalised have never been served what is rightfully theirs. Only those who have managed to unite and raise their voices have won even a fraction of justice, for which too they have often had to pay hefty prices. Anuraj Manohar's sophomore directorial venture, the action drama Narivetta, is a semi-fictionalised, triggering reminder of such a crimson-stained chapter in Kerala's history. In Cheeyambam, Wayanad district, a storm of protest is brewing against the state government's delay in allotting land to the Adivasis, which was promised by the Chief Minister a year and a half ago. Under the aegis of the Gothra Sabha (similar to the actual Adivasi Gotra Maha Sabha, AGMS), the protestors enter a protected forest area and erect huts, asserting that the land rightfully belongs to them. Although government representatives attempt to pacify the protestors, they stand their ground and refuse to budge without receiving what was promised. As the protest goes beyond the one-month mark with no resolution in sight, the authorities begin to worry that it might tarnish the 'image' of the government. Thus, they start considering immediate solutions, regardless of the measures. With the police entering the scene, tensions rise, and the situation begins to escalate. Varghese Peter (Tovino Thomas), a young man who never wanted to join the force in the first place, finds himself among the deployed officers. And his allegiance, at least at first, lies with the force; he is prepared to do whatever it takes to suppress the protest. However, as events unfold, he witnesses scenes and incidents that make him question his true duty and purpose. Nonetheless, can a mere constable and a marginalised population with no other possessions but their lives stand up to a system, protected by armed forces, that doesn't give two hoots about them? Cleverly set in Cheeyambam, just a few km from Muthanga — where a firing incident and subsequent massacre occurred in 2003 — Narivetta opens with Milan Kundera's words from The Book of Laughter and Forgetting, 'The struggle of man against power is the struggle of memory against forgetting.' Even the film's trailer underscores that Narivetta is a tribute 'to every battle for justice; every fight against injustice.' As in his debut film Ishq (2019), Anuraj Manohar once again delves deeply into his subject matter, unearthing its most gruesome facets. Along with writer Abin Joseph, he adopts a no-holds-barred approach, striving for an unfiltered, raw depiction. Following a nail-biting opening, the film takes us to the ooru (hamlet) where the tribal community lives in dire poverty. Here, unlike many mainstream films that either neutralise dialects or exploit them for cheap humour — as seen in Ali Akbar's atrocious Bamboo Boys (2002) — Narivetta commendably presents the characters speaking in their indigenous dialect (accompanied by subtitles for the uninitiated). However, once the community is introduced (note here, introduced only as a group), the film swiftly shifts its focus to Kuttanad, where Varghese lives. From this point onward, Narivetta falls into the familiar trap of becoming yet another commercial film, revolving around a non-tribal hero and his life. Even Varghese's familial conflicts, his wounded ego about taking a small job and his romantic relationship are explored in great depth. In stark contrast to the tribal characters, Varghese, his family, and even his lover Nancy (Priyamvada Krishnan) and her family members are all given names, identities and substantial screentime. The tribal characters, however, are never individualised; they remain nameless, reduced to the backdrop and simply as part of a protesting group. The only ones whose names we, at least at times, hear are the Adivasi youth Thaami (Pranav Teophine) and tribal rights activists Shanthi (Arya Salim) and Madhu (Prasanth Madhavan). Later, at the police camp, Varghese befriends Head Constable Basheer Ahmed (Suraj Venjaramoodu), who also comes with a backstory. Even as the film progresses, we are only shown glimpses of the Adivasi lives, while the narrative remains heavily focused on the police, particularly Varghese and Basheer. Contrast this with films like Mari Selvaraj's Karnan (2021), Vetrimaaran's Asuran (2019), or even TJ Gnanavel's Jai Bhim (2021) to an extent, where the narratives unfold through the eyes of the marginalised, giving them identities and voice, and don't use the struggles of the oppressed merely to serve the character arcs of the powerful or privileged. In Narivetta, however, we see the Adivasis largely from the perspective of those on the other side of the fence, the police. As a result, Narivetta ends up as yet another story about the marginalised, but unfairly told through the gaze and POV of the oppressors. The film not only effectively captures how the state and its forces attempt to suppress Adivasi protests — particularly by attributing alleged Maoist connections — it also reveals the mindset of the powerful toward social movements, exemplified in Varghese's lament, 'This feels like we are guarding them,' despite that being a fundamental duty of the police. To its credit, Narivetta does not reduce the entire episode to the ego or cruelty of a single senior police officer or politician either. Instead, it astutely positions characters like DIG R Keshavadas (Cheran) as representatives of the broader system that enables and orchestrates such anti-human acts. However, as the film enters its final act, we are bombarded with (unfortunately familiar) images of brutal violence against the Adivasi community. From elderly people being crushed and a child being gunned down, to women being dragged across the floor and even a dog set on fire, the scenes are deeply disturbing. What makes it more problematic is that these moments are some of the only times many of these characters receive any real screentime. The fact that their visibility is limited to being victims of atrocity speaks volumes. Although Abin's writing manages to hit the audience hard, the dialogues often feel unpolished and contrived. The weak characterisations, particularly the jarring inconsistencies in Varghese's, further detract from the overall experience. Like many films that addressed similar themes problematically, Narivetta is, without a doubt, technically top-notch. Vijay's cinematography and Shameer Muhammad's editing stand out the most, beautifully capturing and presenting the narrative's nuances, the complexity of the characters, and the ethos of the landscape. Anuraj Manohar's direction — especially in portraying the tension between the police and the Adivasis — is also commendable. However, the film falters significantly when it comes to subtlety; much of the messaging is overt. Even when visual metaphors are used, they often fail to leave the intended impact. Jakes Bejoy's music, as usual, elevates the film's emotional weight, even managing to uplift moments that might otherwise have fallen flat. Amal Chandran's makeup and Ranganaath Ravee's sound design also deserve recognition. Tovino Thomas is solid as Varghese, but in scenes set in his hometown of Kuttanad, both his performance and dialogue delivery often come across as artificial. At times, it feels like he's trying too hard to adhere to the dialect, which affects the naturalness of his portrayal. His emotional scenes, particularly with Nancy, also fall short. Suraj Venjaramoodu, though reliably strong, never quite soars, something that must also be attributed to writing that occasionally fails to support the talent of the cast. Cheran is spectacular as DIG Keshavadas, yet his character feels underdeveloped despite receiving considerable screentime. Arya Salim, on the other hand, delivers a standout performance as Shanthi (a character based on social activist CK Jaanu). Priyamvada Krishnan's portrayal, though decent, ends up being not very convincing. Narivetta movie cast: Tovino Thomas, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Priyamvada Krishnan, Arya Salim Narivetta movie director: Anuraj Manohar Narivetta movie rating: 3 stars Anandu Suresh is a Senior sub-editor at Indian Express Online. He specialises in Malayalam cinema, but doesn't limit himself to it and explores various aspects of the art form. He also pens a column titled Cinema Anatomy, where he delves extensively into the diverse layers and dimensions of cinema, aiming to uncover deeper meanings and foster continuous discourse. Anandu previously worked with The New Indian Express' news desk in Hyderabad, Telangana. You can follow him on Twitter @anandu_suresh_ and write (or send movie recommendations) to him at ... Read More
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Hidden dragon
A former associate editor with the Times of India, Jug Suraiya writes two regular columns for the print edition, Jugular Vein, which appears every Friday, and Second Opinion, which appears on Wednesdays. His blog takes a contrarian view of topical and timeless issues, political, social, economic and speculative. LESS ... MORE Could India and Pakistan be unwitting pieces in a devious game of Chinese chequers? Two Chinese generals, Mi and Yu, congratulating themselves on the success of their Operation Springing Tiger. Mi: Even if I do say it myself, our secret plan worked out very well. In fact, it worked out even better than I had hoped it would. Yu: It certainly did, didn't it? All thanks to the predictable actions and reactions of the two players who played our game without even knowing it. Mi: First, we encouraged one of them to launch a terrorist attack on the other, which didn't need much encouragement. Yu: Then the player who was attacked inevitably struck back, which made the first player escalate hostilities. Mi: Exactly as we planned. With both players engaged in a shooting match, our objective was achieved. Which is to keep all of them on the boil, or in the wok, as it were. Fireworks are always good for business. That stands to reason, right. After all, it was we who invented gunpowder centuries ago. Yu: So now, more will line up to buy our weaponry, some of it anyway, and apart from exporting cheap phones, and TVs, and laptops, and fireworks, and other gewgaws, we'll also become a big arms exporter. Mi: And the best part is that share prices of our arms company went up briefly. And thanks to our insider trading, we made a killing. Yu: And we can make more of a killing by prompting others to do the killing on our behalf by using our weapons to fight each other. Mi: We've already got some ready-made customers. And we can always drum up more with what might literally be called aggressive marketing. Yu: I like our plan more and more. Or should I say war and war…? Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer This article is intended to bring a smile to your face. Any connection to events and characters in real life is coincidental.
Daily Mirror
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Ryan Giggs pulls no punches as he delivers verdict on Man Utd and Ruben Amorim
Ruben Amorim has found things difficult during his first season in charge at Manchester United and one of the Red Devils' most decorated players has given his verdict Legendary former Manchester United star Ryan Giggs has come to the defence of head coach Ruben Amorim. The Welshman, who has 13 Premier League titles and more United appearances than any other player, spent time in charge during the 2013-14 season and believes Amorim can turn things around. United are on track for their worst ever Premier League finish under Amorim. The Portuguese took over in November with the team in mid-table, and a bottom-half finish is now almost guaranteed. Giggs, however, believes the club need to back the boss in the transfer market. Patrick Dorgu became the first big-money signing of the Amorim era when he joined from Lecce in January, but more new arrivals are expected over the summer. Appearing on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, presented by Qatar Airways, Giggs was asked about the most urgent things United need to fix. "Recruitment," he said. "The recruitment in the last, and I was part of it, the last 10-12 years has just been not good enough. Any business, any football team need that recruitment." A number of players have been linked with summer moves to Old Trafford, with suggestions Amorim could raid former club Sporting CP. However, Giggs suggested that's only part of the picture. "You need a bit of luck," he added. "You need young, you know, we had young players coming through. So you had a group of young players together with the best players in Britain, you know, the [Eric] Cantonas coming in, [Andrei] Kanchelskis, [Peter] Schmeichel. So you need a bit of luck that you have them young players coming through. "Recruitment. Time," Giggs continued. "I like the manager, I like Amorim. I think he's charismatic, he needs time, he needs a few transfer windows, he needs backing, but also he needs help on what is a United player and what a United player looks like." United may need to offload some high earners in order to free up funds and wage budget to strengthen the team. Marcus Rashford and Antony are among those tipped to move on, having both impressed during loan spells in the second half of the season. Rashford, who has scored 10 goals in 17 Aston Villa games, is understood to have accepted his future lies away from Old Trafford. Villa have an option to sign the England international permanently at the end of his loan spell, while a move to Spain could also be on the cards. Sources close to Mirror Football indicated Rashford wants to play Champions League football next season. Seventh-place Villa face an uphill battle to deliver such a thing, with Manchester City bringing their five-game winning run to an end on Tuesday despite Rashford scoring from the penalty spot. Listen to the full Rio Meets Ryan Giggs interview on Apple Podcasts and Spotify from 6am, Friday 25th April. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
The Hindu
21-04-2025
- The Hindu
Xiaomi launches its first locally made smartwatch Redmi Watch Move in India
Xiaomi on Monday (April 21, 2025) launched its first locally manufactured smartwatch Redmi Watch Move in India. The smartwatch has been made at Optiemus's factory in Noida. Redmi Watch Move has a 1.85 inch 2.5D curved AMOLED display with 600 nits brightness and always-on-display (AoD). It has a spinning crown which enables quick navigation within the watch. The Watch Move is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. Redmi Watch Move features more than 140 workout modes, tracks running and monitor calories. It can also track heart rate, SpO₂, stress, and sleep cycles, menstrual cycle tracking. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) Xiaomi claims up to 14 days of battery life without AoD on Redmi Watch Move. With AoD, the can last up to 5 days. Xiaomi has used the HyperOS in Redmi Watch Move which helps users syncs notes, tasks, calendar events and real-time weather updates. Redmi Watch Move supports Bluetooth calling and also comes with Hindi language support. The Redmi Watch Move is priced at ₹1,999 and will be available in Black Drift, Blue Blaze, Silver Sprint, and Gold Rush colours. It goes on sale starting May 1 across Mi, Flipkart, and Xiaomi's Retail. Pre-booking starts on April 24.
