Electronics

India's electronics components push: What is made locally, what is imported

India is expanding local electronics manufacturing, but it still relies heavily on imported chips and components. The new ECMS aims to boost domestic production and reduce this dependence

Updated On: 26 Aug 2026 | 8:54 AM IST

What has India approved under its ₹7,877 crore electronics push?

The government has approved 31 new electronics component projects worth ₹7,877 crore under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme. The approvals are aimed at deepening local manufacturing.

Updated On: 19 Aug 2026 | 9:08 PM IST
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Govt approves 31 electronics component projects worth ₹7,877 crore

The projects span 10 states and are expected to generate nearly 10,000 jobs and production worth ₹82,243 crore under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme

Updated On: 17 Aug 2026 | 11:13 PM IST

Govt clears 31 electronic component manufacturing proposals worth ₹7,877 cr

With the latest approvals, the government has cleared 106 applications covering around 30 product categories across 15 states under the ECMS

Updated On: 17 Aug 2026 | 5:11 PM IST

LG Electronics India Q1 FY27 results: Net profit rises 27.2% to ₹653 crore

LG Electronics India's Q1 profit rose 27% as premium demand lifted revenue and margins, with exports and new Sri City capacity supporting its growth strategy

Updated On: 13 Aug 2026 | 8:28 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh’s Electronics Component Policy: A push to build India’s supply chain

Uttar Pradesh’s new Electronics Component Policy aims to attract investment, boost local manufacturing and reduce India’s dependence on imports.

Updated On: 10 Aug 2026 | 4:09 PM IST
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AI boom, West Asia crisis drive PCB shortage, raise electronics costs

The West Asia conflict and a surge in AI server demand have caused a shortage of printed circuit boards, a key hardware platform, which in turn has triggered a price rise in the electronics industry. This crunch in printed circuit boards (PCB) -- a hardware platform on which components are fixed in electronic products -- stems from rising material costs, supply chain disruptions in key shipping routes, and component diversion toward high-end artificial intelligence hardware. The shortage of PCBs comes at a critical juncture for Indian industry as several major investments amounting to over Rs 15,000 crore are in the pipeline under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) amid rising domestic demand. A senior official of electronics manufacturing services firm Syrma SGS told PTI that the recent strike of Iran on facilities in Saudi Arabia has triggered a shortage of some of the chemicals that are used for making PCBs. "The current quarter and the subsequent quarter wil

Updated On: 02 Aug 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

IT ministry to meet experts on children's digital safety on Thursday

The IT Ministry will meet experts on Thursday to discuss children's online safety, CSEAM, social media regulations and global approaches to protecting young internet users

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 11:56 PM IST

India's electronics boom: How much is really being made at home?

India's electronics boom is undeniable. The bigger question is whether it's building a deep manufacturing ecosystem, or simply assembling products designed and supplied elsewhere

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 11:45 AM IST

How Japan is making electricity from seawater and sewage

Can seawater and sewage really generate electricity? Japan believes they can. In this video, we explain how Japan's first osmotic power plant uses treated sewage and concentrated seawater.

Updated On: 14 Jul 2026 | 8:39 PM IST
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Centre waives Customs duty on charger parts and battery machinery

Duty exemptions on display assembly and wireless charging components, along with expanded relief for lithium-ion cell machinery, aim to boost domestic manufacturing and value addition

Updated On: 09 Jul 2026 | 11:38 PM IST

Govt waives basic customs duty on key electronics manufacturing components

The government has waived basic customs duty on goods used in manufacture of display assemblies, lithium ion cell and inductor coil module as it looks to promote domestic production of electronic devices like smartphones, laptops, wearables and smart TVs. The finance ministry issued three separate notifications giving effect to the basic customs duty (BCD) waiver on the goods used in manufacture of the three key components used in electronic devices. This exemption is in line with the government's efforts to promote domestic electronics manufacturing under the PLI scheme. The duty waiver would reduce import dependence and strengthen the electronics ecosystem with local production. This exemption would be valid till March 31, 2029, the notifications said.

Updated On: 09 Jul 2026 | 11:21 AM IST

India's PCBA exports to China scripts a rare success story

Exports surge over 40-fold to $1.5 billion in FY26

Updated On: 03 Jul 2026 | 6:17 PM IST

Consumer durables retailer Sathya Agencies gets Sebi nod for ₹600-cr IPO

The South India-based consumer durables retailer plans to raise ₹600 crore through a fresh issue and an offer for sale to fund an acquisition, repay debt and meet corporate needs

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 10:44 PM IST

Rising gadget prices renew consumer, OEMs interest in refurbished devices

As smartphone and gadget prices climb due to memory cost inflation, more Indian consumers are turning to refurbished devices, supported by organised platforms and OEM-backed programmes

Updated On: 24 Jun 2026 | 5:06 PM IST

Leaders in an Automated World

In this session, Sangeeta Singh, talks on automation, and provides career tips to the B-Schoolers. Note: The opinions expressed are those of the speaker and do not represent any company.

Updated On: 05 Jun 2026 | 12:51 AM IST
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India gains share in Apple AirPods production from China and Vietnam

India is steadily gaining ground in Apple's AirPods supply chain as Foxconn ramps up production at its Hyderabad facility

Updated On: 22 May 2026 | 11:00 PM IST

With $20 bn semiconductor push in the works, India may rival Asian peers

India plans to sharply raise semiconductor incentives as it seeks to strengthen chip manufacturing, supply chains and design capabilities

Updated On: 15 May 2026 | 8:10 PM IST

Electronics makers to cut output by 10-20% amid memory chip squeeze

A global memory chip crunch is forcing Indian electronics makers to cut output and raise prices, with premium devices taking priority over budget products

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 12:10 AM IST

Govt body plans legal framework for AI companies, tech oversight

The proposed framework would establish clearer boundaries and regulatory sandboxes that AI products and services must not overstep, according to an official familiar with the discussions

Updated On: 20 Apr 2026 | 11:53 PM IST