Apple Inc bets big on India as it opens first flagship store


Apple first began manufacturing from India in 2017 with its iPhone SE and has since continued to assemble a number of iPhone models from the country. — AP

NEW DELHI: Apple Inc is set to open its first flagship store in India in a much-anticipated launch Tuesday that highlights the company's growing aspirations to expand in the country it also hopes to turn into a potential manufacturing hub.

Dozens lined up outside for the grand opening. Located in India's financial capital, Mumbai, the store's design is inspired by the iconic black-and-yellow cabs unique to the city. A second store will open Thursday in the national capital, New Delhi.

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