The country has become the second-largest producer of cell phones: in the 2014-2022 period, shipments of locally produced cell phones surpassed the 2 billion mark, registering a compound annual growth of 23%

Many companies in southern Indian city of Bengaluru are offering a range of incentives such as free food and taxi rides to people who vote in general elections; located in the state of Karnataka, the city is often in the news for its low voter turnout

Coal's share of power generation increased to 77% in the first week of April, +2% from the same period in 2023; increased coal use is offsetting lower power generation from hydropower resources

In Ladakh, thousands are protesting in sub-zero temperatures with the region's youth concerned about employment and the recruitment process for state jobs