APPLE RESTORES CARD PAYMENTS IN INDIA

Apple is phasing in card payment functionality for Indian users making Apple Account purchases, marking the company's return to the payment method after discontinuing it four years ago. The tech giant had previously suspended card payments in India due to regulatory requirements and local payment infrastructure constraints. The phased rollout indicates Apple has successfully navigated the country's payments framework to enable the service again. This move expands payment options for Indian consumers, who previously relied on alternative methods. The rollout demonstrates Apple's continued commitment to the Indian market, where digital payments adoption continues to grow. No timeline for full availability across all users has been announced. Apple has not detailed which card types or payment processors will support the restored functionality.