Apple has officially launched Apple Pay in India nearly 12 years after the service's initial release, bringing the total number of supported countries and regions to 101. Visa and Mastercard credit card users issued by Axis Bank are the first to gain access to the mobile payment platform. The launch marks Apple's latest strategic move to deepen its presence in the Indian market as the company continues shifting iPhone production to the region. This expansion is positioned to boost Apple's services business while capitalizing on its growing manufacturing footprint in the country.