BJP committed to welfare, upliftment and empowerment of every citizen: Nadda

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BJP chief J.P. Nadda said on Wednesday that under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the saffron party is running a pro-active.

New Delhi, April 14: BJP chief J.P. Nadda said on Wednesday that under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the saffron party is running a pro-active, pro-responsive and pro-people government at the Centre.

"The BJP government is committed and dedicated towards the welfare, upliftment and empowerment of every citizen," he said.

Nadda visited a public distribution system (PDS) outlet at Kailash Nagar in Delhi and interacted with the PMGKAY beneficiaries there.

The BJP is observing the fortnight from April 7 to April 20 as 'Social Justice Fortnight', and Wednesday was dedicated to the PM Gareeb Kalyan Anna Yojna (PMGKAY).

"Immediately after the announcement of lockdown following the outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020, Prime Minister Modi started the PMGKAY to ensure that not a single person or family sleeps empty stomach. This important scheme shows the foresightedness and compassion of our Prime Minister," he said.

Nadda noted that under the PMGKAY from April 2020 to till today, the government has provided free ration to 80 crore people across the country.

"The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has also said that during the pandemic, the government did excellent work and took good care of the poor and needy citizens, which is highly appreciable. The IMF has also said that the PMGKAY has helped check poverty in the country," he said.

Nadda added that the World Health Organization (WHO) has also applauded the efforts of the Prime Minister on international platforms.

"India is among the very few nations which developed its own vaccine to save its citizens during the Corona pandemic. So far, over 186 crore vaccine doses have been adninistered across the country. Now kids above 12 years of age are also getting vaccine doses, while all adults are getting a third dose," he said.

Taking a dig at the Opposition, Nadda said, "When the vaccination drive was started during the peak of the pandemic, it was the Congress and the Delhi Chief Minister who had raised doubts over the efficacy and trial results of the indegenous vaccines. And after spreading this canard, they themselves took the shots developed by our scientists.

"Today they are mum as the world has recognised the efforts of India in developing vaccines and saving precious lives during the Corona pandemic," he said.

(IANS)

India Now 2nd-biggest Manufacturing Hub For Mobile Phones Globally

by Sabyasachi Kundu

New Delhi, Oct 3: India is now the second-biggest manufacturing hub for mobile phones due to heavy investment from original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers and companies dealing in components and parts, a new report showed on Tuesday.

India is expected to export about 22 per cent of its total assembled mobile phones in 2023, according to Counterpoint Research.

However, China’s manufacturing and supply chain will still maintain its essential role in the longer run,” said senior research analyst Ivan Lam.

In a fillip to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, India saw mobile phones exports worth $5.5 billion (over Rs 45,000 crore) in the April-August period in the ongoing fiscal year (FY24), government and industry data showed recently.

As per the estimates by the Department of Commerce and the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), the April-August period saw mobile phone exports worth $5.5 billion, against $3 billion (about Rs 25,000 crore) in the same period in FY22-23.

India is set to cross Rs 1,20,000 crore in mobile phone exports in the current fiscal year, with Apple leading the market with more than 50 per cent in FY24.

Meanwhile, according to the report, smartphone shipments from original design manufacturers (ODMs) and Independent Design Houses (ODMs/IDHs) declined six per cent (year-on-year) in the first half this year, according to the report.

“The YoY decline in ODM/IDH companies’ H1 2023 shipments was driven by Samsung, Xiaomi and Lenovo Group’s weak performance. However, Vivo, HONOR and Transsion Group’s rise offset part of the decline,” said senior research analyst Shenghao Bai.

Huaqin, Longcheer and Wingtech continued to dominate the competitive landscape of the global smartphone ODM/IDH industry in H1 2023.

The companies, also known as the ‘Big 3,’ accounted for 76 per cent of the global ODM/IDH smartphone market in the first half. Outsourced design shipments decreased in H1 2023 but their share increased when compared to the same period last year, the report mentioned. The top six ODMs took 95 per cent share of the total ODM shipments. (IANS)

ALSO READ: X Testing Game Streaming, Live Shopping Features

X Testing Game Streaming, Live Shopping Features

by Sabyasachi Kundu

New Delhi, Oct 3: In an attempt to turn X into an "everything app", Elon Musk is testing video game streaming and live shopping features on the micro-blogging platform.

Musk on Monday posted a video on X, saying:"Tested the X video game streamer system last night. It works! Will try to complete a Tier 100 Nightmare dungeon tonight live on this platform."

After a few hours, he streamed the Nightmare dungeon game on X in an almost 40-minute-long video.

"Testing video game streaming on X," Musk captioned the video.

Several users expressed their views on this development.

"Embarking on a journey with X live game streaming! It's a whole new world of gaming, and I can't wait to share my experiences with all of you. Expect some action-packed gaming sessions and interactive fun," a user wrote.

"This is gonna be my new favourite way to watch streams," another user said.

Separately, the company announced a new partnership with socialite Paris Hilton and her 11:11 Media company to begin experimenting with live shopping features.

According to Variety, Hilton has signed on to "create four original video content programs per year that include live-shopping features".

“I’m excited to announce an official partnership with X today,” Hilton, chairwoman and CEO of 11:11, said in an audio post on the service.

“Together, we’re going to be exploring new ways to connect with all of you across video, live video, live shopping and even Spaces. And we’re just getting started. Loves it,” she added.

Users will be able to watch, chat, and shop in the same window with X's live shopping product.

Users will be able to browse a catalogue of products while watching a livestream with Hilton on X and then click through to the site to make a purchase using the service's in-app browser.

Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X, posted:“The queen of pop culture, music, business, and TV is #Sliving on X. @ParisHilton welcome to the @X family, we’re excited to launch an official partnership with you and your next-gen media company 11:11.” (IANS)

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Mata Amritanandamayi's Aura Can Only Be Felt, Says PM Modi On Her Birthday

by Manisha Das

New Delhi, Oct 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday in a virtual address, on the occasion of spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi's (also known as Amma) 70th birthday, said that her aura is difficult to describe in words and it can only be felt.

“The aura of Amma's presence and her blessings is difficult to describe in words, we can only feel it,” Modi said in his address.

Modi highlighted that in the last 10 years, Amma's work and her impact on the world has grown manifold and recalled inaugurating Amrita Hospital in Faridabad, Haryana in her presence.

“Amma is the embodiment of love, compassion, service and sacrifice. She is the bearer of India's spiritual tradition,” he added.

“Be it the field of health or education, every institution under Amma's guidance gave new heights to human service and social welfare,” he said.

Amma, he said, is a reflection of India's human-centric approach to development that is being accepted today in the post-pandemic world.

He added that she had also donated Rs 100 crore to build toilets on the banks of the Ganga which gave a new boost to cleanliness.

“Amma has followers all over the world and she has always strengthened the image of India and its credibility. When the inspiration is so great, the efforts also become great,” he added.

(IANS)

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