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Raheja Corp unveils ‘Azaadi Ki Dhun’
Mumbai: In an interesting blend of creativity and patriotism, K Raheja Corp, India’s leading real estate conglomerate, unveils ‘Azaadi Ki Dhun’ – an acapella anthem from the group, especially penned and crafted to celebrate the spirit of India’s 77th Independence Day. This unique composition is more than just a song; it is a harmonious showcase of the incredible talent within K Raheja Corp, where every note, beat, and rhythm is brought to life purely through the power of the human voice. True to the acapella format, it makes no use of musical instruments.
Sung by a chorus of gifted voices from within the organization, ‘Azaadi Ki Dhun’ is a testament to the versatility of vocal expression – an anthem from our people to India. Those who didn’t lend their voices contributed with an array of innovative sounds, ranging from hums and finger snaps to lip rolls and chest thumps, creating a rich tapestry of auditory experiences. The anthem features a fascinating imitation of several musical instruments—drums, shakers, trumpets, and bass guitars, all skilfully replicated by the people of K Raheja Corp.
Speaking on the musical’s launch, Cheryl D’souza Waldiya, AVP – Corporate Communications, K Raheja Corp, “We are delighted with how ‘Azaadi Ki Dhun’ has come to life. This anthem is a celebration of K Raheja Corp’s commitment to building the nation, something we strive for each day, through our brands, that touch the lives of people across India. With no instruments and purely captivating voices, the lyrics resonate well, capturing the essence of what we stand for. What’s interesting is that we’ve involved on-site labourers, adding an authentic touch, making this anthem not just a piece of music, but a true representation of the spirit of real estate and the foundations upon which our country is built.”
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India exports $2.5 billion worth of Apple components to China under ECMS push
Component push and policy boost turn India into unlikely supplier hub
MUMBAI: India’s electronics trade story is getting a plot twist. What was once a one-way flow from China is now starting to reverse, with exports of electronic components from India to China hitting a record $2.5 billion in FY26 so far, and projected to reach $3.5 billion by the end of the fiscal year.
At the heart of this shift is the growing manufacturing ecosystem built around Apple and its suppliers. Companies such as Tata Electronics, Pegatron, Foxconn, Salcomp, Motherson and Yuzhan Technology are driving the surge, transforming India into a key node in global supply chains.
Just a few years ago, exports of such components were negligible. Today, they are part of a rapidly expanding multi-billion dollar ecosystem, fuelled by scale, quality improvements and tighter integration with global production networks.
A major catalyst behind this growth is the government’s Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme, launched in 2025. Unlike earlier incentives focused on assembling finished devices, the scheme targets high-value components such as circuit boards, camera modules and enclosures, offering both turnover-linked and capital expenditure incentives.
The logic of exporting components to China, long seen as the “factory of the world”, may seem counterintuitive. But the shift reflects a deeper realignment. As Apple scales production in India, now accounting for roughly 25 per cent of global iPhone output, local suppliers have become competitive enough to feed into global assembly lines, including those in China.
This is also part of a broader “China+1” strategy, where companies diversify manufacturing bases to reduce geopolitical risk. India-made components are increasingly being routed back into Chinese factories to maintain global supply continuity.
At the same time, India’s domestic value addition in smartphones has climbed to around 20 per cent, signalling a move beyond basic assembly towards more sophisticated manufacturing.
While India continues to import heavily from China, the emergence of a $3.5 billion export pipeline marks a meaningful shift in direction. Electronics are now joining engineering goods and agriculture as key drivers of India’s exports to China, which are expected to cross $18 billion this fiscal year.
In short, India is no longer just assembling the world’s gadgets. It is beginning to help build them, and in some cases, even supplying the very factories it once depended on.
