Apple blocked from selling used iPhones in India

An official from telecommunication ministry aid that Apple is not allowed to import or sell refurbished iPhones across india. In the earlier in his year the company had requested for approval to sell the older phones at a lower rates. The Environment ministry had not approved Apple's request in 2015 on the fear that the used phones would contribute to country e-waste problems, according to the TOI. Recently Apple CEO Tim Cook said in an interview with Jim Kramer that apple's future growth strategy relies on indian markets. Apple is also seeking to open its first Indian retail stores.