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PM launches the NewsX World Channel

The world is keenly watching 21st-century India: PM

Today, the world is witnessing India’s organizing and innovating skills: PM

I had presented the vision of ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Local for Global’ to the nation and today, we are seeing this vision turn into reality: PM

Today, India is emerging as the new factory of the world; We are not just a workforce; we are a world-force!: PM

‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance’ is the mantra for efficient and effective governance: PM

India is becoming the land of infinite innovations: PM

India’s youth is our top priority: PM

The National Education Policy has given students the opportunity to think beyond textbooks: PM

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the NXT Conclave in the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, he extended his heartfelt congratulations on the auspicious launch of NewsX World. He highlighted that the network includes channels in Hindi, English, and various regional languages, and today, it is going global. He also remarked on the initiation of several fellowships and scholarships, extending his best wishes for these programs.

Remarking that he had attended similar media events in the past, but NewsX World had set a new trend today, Shri Modi extended special congratulations for this achievement. He highlighted that media events of this nature are a tradition in the country, but NewsX World has given it a new dimension. He added that their summit focused on discussion of policies and was policy-centric as compared to politics-centric. He added that this summit had given great importance to discussions and deliberations by many dignitaries from across various fields. He acknowledged that they have worked on an innovative model, and expressed hope that other media houses will enrich this trend and template in their own innovative ways.

“The world is keenly watching 21st-century India”, exclaimed the Prime Minister. He said that people from around the globe want to visit and understand India. He emphasized that India is a country where positive news is being created, new records are being set daily, and something new is happening every day. Mentioning the recent completion of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on February 26th, which amazed the world with crores of people bathing in a temporary city along the riverbank, Shri Modi said, “the world is witnessing India’s organizing and innovating skills”. He pointed out that India is manufacturing everything from semiconductors to aircraft carriers and that the world wants to learn about India’s success in detail and expressed that this is a significant opportunity for NewsX World.

Highlighting that a few months ago, India conducted the world’s largest election, Shri Modi said that for the first time in 60 years, a Government in India has returned to power for the third consecutive term. He emphasized that this public trust is based on India’s numerous achievements over the past 11 years. He expressed confidence that the new channel will bring India’s real stories to the world without any bias, showcasing the country as it truly is.

“Few years ago, I had presented the vision of ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Local for Global’ to the nation and today, we are seeing this vision turn into reality”, exclaimed the Prime Minister. He emphasized that India’s AYUSH products and yoga have gone from local to global and noted that India’s superfood, makhana, is also gaining global recognition, along with millets, referred to as “Shri Anna.” He mentioned that his friend, Tony Abbott, the former PM of Australia experienced Indian millets first hand at Delhi Haat and enjoyed the millet dishes, which pleased him.

Stressing that not only millets but also India’s turmeric has gone from local to global, with India supplying over 60 percent of the world’s turmeric, Shri Modi remarked that India’s coffee has also achieved global recognition, making India the seventh-largest coffee exporter in the world. He emphasized that India’s mobile phones, electronic products, and medicines are gaining global recognition. He noted that India is leading several global initiatives. Mentioning the recent opportunity to attend the AI Action Summit in France, where India was the co-host and will now take on the responsibility of hosting it, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s successful G-20 summit during its presidency, where the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor was introduced as a new economic route. He mentioned that India has given a strong voice to the Global South and prioritized the interests of island nations. To address the climate crisis, India has presented the Mission LiFE vision to the world, he added. Shri Modi also mentioned India’s leadership in initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. He expressed his happiness that as many Indian brands are going global, India’s media is also understanding and embracing this global opportunity.

Remarking that for decades, the world referred to India as its back office, the Prime Minister said, “today, India is becoming the new factory of the world”. He emphasized that India is not just a workforce but a world-force and highlighted that the country, which once imported many products, is now emerging as an export hub. He noted that farmers, who were once limited to local markets, are now reaching global markets with their produce. Shri Modi mentioned the increasing global demand for Pulwama’s snow peas, Maharashtra’s Purandar figs, and Kashmir’s cricket bats. He emphasized that India’s defense products showcase the strength of Indian engineering and technology to the world. He pointed out that from electronics to the automobile sector, the world has witnessed India’s scale and capability. “India is not only providing products to the world but is also becoming a trusted and reliable partner in the global supply chain”, he added.

“India’s leadership in various sectors is the result of years of hard work and systematic policy decisions”, said Shri Modi and highlighted the progress made over the past ten years, where incomplete bridges and stalled roads have now transformed into dreams moving forward at a new pace with good roads and excellent expressways. He emphasized that reduced travel time and costs have provided the industry with an opportunity to decrease logistics turnaround time, benefiting the automobile sector significantly. He noted the increased demand for vehicles and the encouragement of EV production, adding that today, India has emerged as a major automobile producer and exporter.

Prime Minister remarked that a similar transformation has been observed in electronics manufacturing. Over the past decade, electricity has reached more than 2.5 crore families for the first time, leading to increased demand and production of electronic equipment, he added. He highlighted that affordable data has boosted the demand for mobile phones, and the increased availability of services on mobile phones has led to higher consumption of digital devices. He mentioned that programs like PLI Schemes have turned this demand into an opportunity, making India a major electronics exporter. Emphasising that India’s ability to set and achieve large targets is rooted in the mantra of “Minimum Government, Maximum Governance,” which promotes efficient and effective governance without Government interference or pressure, Shri Modi provided an example of how the Government had abolished around 1,500 obsolete laws over the past decade, many of which were enacted during British rule. One such law was the Dramatic Performance Act, which allowed the arrest of people dancing in public places. This law was in effect for 70 years after independence and was abolished by the current Government. The Prime Minister also mentioned the example of bamboo, which is the lifeline of tribal areas and the North East. Previously, cutting bamboo could lead to arrest, as it was classified as a tree. The Government has now changed this decades-old law, recognizing bamboo as grass. He remarked at the silence of previous leaders and the Lutyens’ elite on such outdated laws and emphasized the current Government’s efforts to remove them.

Mentioning that ten years ago, filing an ITR was a difficult task for an ordinary person but today, it can be done in a few moments, and refunds are credited to accounts within days, the Prime Minister highlighted that the process of simplifying income tax laws is ongoing in Parliament. He added that income up to ₹12 lakh has been made tax-free, benefiting the salaried class significantly and emphasized that the budget has helped young professionals fulfill their aspirations and increase their savings. Shri Modi stated that the goal is to provide ease of living, ease of doing business, and open skies for the country’s people and their aspirations. He noted that many startups are benefiting from geospatial data, which previously required government permission to create maps. The government has changed this, allowing startups and private companies to make excellent use of this data, he added.

Highlighting that India, the land that gave the world the concept of zero, is now becoming the land of infinite innovations, the Prime Minister stressed that India was not only innovating but also “Indovating,” meaning innovating the Indian way. He highlighted that India is creating solutions that are affordable, accessible, and adaptable, and offering these solutions to the world without gatekeeping. He mentioned that when the world needed a secure and cost-effective digital payment system, India developed the UPI (Unified Payments Interface) system. Shri Modi said that Professor Carlos Montes was impressed by the people-friendly nature of UPI technology and mentioned that today, countries like France, UAE, and Singapore are integrating UPI into their financial ecosystems. He also mentioned that many countries are signing agreements to connect with India’s digital public infrastructure, India Stack. During the COVID-19 pandemic, India’s vaccine demonstrated the country’s quality healthcare solutions to the world. The Prime Minister highlighted that the Aarogya Setu app was made open source to benefit the world. He emphasized that India is a major space power and is helping other countries achieve their space aspirations. He stated that India is working on AI for public good and sharing its experience and expertise with the world.

Lauding the ITV Network for launching numerous fellowships today, Shri Modi emphasized that the youth of India are the biggest beneficiaries and stakeholders of a developed India, making them a top priority. He highlighted that the National Education Policy has provided children with the opportunity to think beyond textbooks. He added that from middle school, children are learning coding and preparing for fields like AI and data science. Talking about the Atal Tinkering Labs, which are giving children hands-on experience with emerging technologies. He said this year’s budget has announced the creation of 50,000 new Atal Tinkering Labs.

Shri Modi remarked that in the world of news, various agencies’ subscriptions help in better news coverage. Similarly, students in the field of research need access to as many information sources as possible. He added that previously, they had to subscribe to different journals at high costs but the Government had relieved researchers of this concern by introducing the “One Nation, One Subscription” initiative, ensuring free access to renowned journals worldwide for every researcher in the country. The government is set to spend over ₹6,000 crore on this initiative, he said. Emphasising that the Government was ensuring the best research facilities for every student, whether in space exploration, biotech research, or AI, the Prime Minister highlighted that India’s children are emerging as future leaders. Mentioning about the remarkable experiences of Dr. Brian Greene’s meeting with IIT students, and astronaut Mike Massimino’s meeting with Central School students, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that a significant future innovation will come from a small school in India.

Emphasizing that India’s aspiration and direction are to see its flag waving on every global platform, the Prime Minister remarked that this is not the time for small thinking or small steps. He expressed happiness that as a media institution, NewsX World has understood this sentiment. He highlighted that ten years ago, the focus was on reaching different states within the country, but today, the network has taken the bold step of going global. Shri Modi stated that this inspiration and resolve should be present in every citizen and entrepreneur. He shared his vision of seeing an Indian brand in every market, drawing room, and dining table worldwide. He emphasized that “Made in India” should become the world’s mantra. The Prime Minister expressed his dream that people think of “Heal in India” when they are ill, “Wed in India” when they plan a wedding, and prioritize India for travel, conferences, exhibitions, and concerts. He highlighted the importance of fostering this positive attitude and strength within ourselves and acknowledged the significant role of the network and channel in this endeavor. He stated that the possibilities are endless, and it is now up to us to turn them into reality with courage and determination.

“India is moving forward with the resolve to become a developed nation in the next 25 years”, emphasised Shri Modi and concluded by encouraging the ITV network to take a similar resolve to establish itself on the world stage, expressing confidence in their success.

The Founder of ITV Media Network and Rajya Sabha MP, Shri Karthikeya Sharma, Former Prime Minister of Australia, H.E. Mr. Tony Abbott, Former President and Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, H.E. Mr. Ranil Wickremesinghe were present among other dignitaries at the event.