Pankaj Doval

New Delhi

National Editor at The Times of India

National Editor @timesofindia. News hound, 4am friend, curious soul... Link: https://t.co/zfx9e9R0bM

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Apple pips Xiaomi, enters top 5 in India

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

NewsApple pips Xiaomi, enters top 5 in IndiaApple has surpassed Xiaomi in Indian smartphone sales during the first quarter, securing a spot in the top five while Xiaomi's ranking fell to sixth. Vivo leads the market, followed by Samsung, Oppo, and realme. Xiaomi's decline is attributed to regulatory challenges, leadership changes, and a shift towards premium devices that didn't resonate with consumers.
Apple pips Xiaomi, enters top 5 in India

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Pankaj Doval

15 hours agoBest Premium Smartphones with Large Displays and Long-Lasting Battery Life in 2025: Check Out Price in India, Features, Specifications, Display, Battery Life, Camera, RAM, Storage, and MoreDeepti Ratnam Xiaomi 15 Ultra costs Rs 1,09,998 for 16GB/512GB.
Starlink set to get final nod for services

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

NEW DELHI: Elon Musk's Starlink looks set to clear the final regulatory hurdle for beginning satcom services in India.
Hyundai lines up new models to regain ground

3 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

Hyundai plans a major India expansion. The company will launch 26 new cars in the next five years. This includes electric, hybrid, and petrol models. Hyundai will invest Rs 7,000 crore. The company aims for a bigger market share. They are focusing on profits, not discount wars. Eight new models are expected by FY27.
With 26 launches in 5 yrs, Hyundai to go for product blitzkrieg amidst stiff competition

3 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

News With 26 launches in 5 yrs, Hyundai to go for product blitzkrieg amidst stiff competition NEW DELHI : Korean Hyundai will launch 26 new cars in India over the next five years, firing stiff competition in the industry as the company pumps in fresh investments and new vehicles to shore up market share amidst growing challenge from homegrown Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors.The company said it will invest Rs 7,000 crore in India this year and will start introducing new products across...
Apple to review India iPhone scale-up plans for US supply

3 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

TrendingFollowing a tariff truce between the US and China, Apple is reassessing its ambitious Indian expansion plans, particularly those dedicated to supplying the US market. This review comes after Trump's directive against sourcing iPhones from India for US consumption, despite Apple's prior commitment to invest heavily in American manufacturing and job creation. NEW DELHI: With the US and China agreeing to a tariff truce, Apple is reviewing its aggressive plans to scale up in India.
Satellite communication companies need to pay 4% fee on revenue: Trai

3 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

Trending NEW DELHI: Telecom regulator Trai on Friday recommended a charge of 4% of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) for satellite communications operators, such as Elon Musk's Starlink, Bharti Enterprises-backed OneWeb and Jio-SES, and said the companies should be assigned spectrum for a period of five years, that can be extended by another two years.The regulator also proposed charges on satcom companies when acquiring customers in urban areas, while recommending subsidy for installation in dark...
Routematic raises $40 million in funding round

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

NEW DELHI: Business-to-business ride services company Routematic has raised $40 million in a funding round led by venture capital firm Fullerton Carbon Action Fund and Shift4Good, senior company officials said on Wednesday.The company plans to use the fund to strengthen its business matrix and expedite its journey towards public listing, Founder and CEO Sriram Kannan said."We have signed a shareholder agreement for a $40 million fundraise.
Auto cos fear lower UK tariffs may lead to Chinese dumping

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

The Indian auto industry is cautiously responding to the FTA with the UK, anticipating reduced import duties. While component manufacturers are optimistic about increased exports, car companies are wary of potential tariff replications and the risk of Chinese parts being diverted through the UK. New Delhi: The Indian automobile industry reacted with caution to FTA with the UK, which aims to reduce import duty to 10%.
'US trade deal mother of all opportunities'

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Pankaj Doval

Dixon Electronics aims to capitalize on US tariffs and India's manufacturing advantages, positioning itself as a potential Foxconn. Chairman Sunil Vachani highlights India's large workforce, low-cost manufacturing, and government incentives as key strengths. He emphasizes the need for strategic partnerships with established component suppliers to accelerate growth and avoid missing the current opportunity.