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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
CM YUVA scheme turning job seekers into job creators, says CM
1 2 Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the CM YUVA Scheme has emerged as a transformative instrument of social change enabling lakhs of youth across the state to embark on a journey from self-employment to self-reliance. Speaking at the inaugural function of the 2-day CM YUVA Conclave and Expo 2025 here, the CM said: "This initiative has proved to be an enabler for lakhs of youths. Many of them have now become full-time job-givers. The officials and department must ensure that at least 50 youth from each district visit the CM YUVA Conclave and Exhibition so they can gain first-hand knowledge about various govt schemes, startup resources and market opportunities. " He said over 68,000 youth have so far received interest-free and collateral-free loans amounting to Rs 2,751 crore under the scheme. "This is not just a scheme—it's a movement. A golden opportunity for every youth who has a dream but lacks resources," he said."It is not just a financial aid programme, but a robust platform providing mentorship, market access, and essential resources to empower young entrepreneurs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo The state govt is offering 10% margin money assistance to support budding entrepreneurs further," he said. The CM also launched the 'UP Mart'—a portal for machinery suppliers, aimed at easing access to essential tools and equipment for startups, besides witnessing the signing of 17 MoUs to boost entrepreneurship in the state. Addressing university vice chancellors and youth, the CM expressed concern over the growing disconnect between academic institutions and society. "Our institutions are becoming isolated islands, increasingly cut off from the people and government schemes. This disconnect is dangerous," he said. He pointed out that due to a lack of information, many young people fall prey to fraudulent schemes, get burdened by debt, and are often left with no choice but to migrate in search of opportunities. "But now, this cycle will cease to exist… thanks to this scheme," he said. Reflecting on the 2017 Lok Kalyan Sankalp Patra of the BJP, prepared under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Chief Minister said a commitment was made to promote traditional industries through a dedicated scheme. Acting on this, a statewide survey was conducted post-2017, which revealed that every district had unique traditional enterprises. However, due to corruption, lawlessness, and large-scale migration, these industries nearly collapsed. Turning this challenge into an opportunity, the state govt launched the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme in 2018. "What began as a revival initiative has today become a national brand," Yogi said, noting that the scheme helped boost UP's exports from Rs 86,000 crore to over Rs 2 lakh crore. "Earlier, Chinese products flooded the markets during festivals. Today, locally made ODOP items are finding a place in every household," he said. He added that the Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana launched in 2019, was offering training, toolkits and dignity to traditional artisans. "A society that doesn't respect its artisans has no future," he stressed. Yogi also announced that products from Uttar Pradesh will be prominently featured at the International Trade Show scheduled from Sep 25 to 29, 2025, at the India Expo Centre in Noida. "The buyer-seller meet held at this event has become a massive platform for showcasing the state's potential. No one would have imagined such innovation and enterprise from UP just a few years ago. From 4 lakh participants in the first year to 5 lakh in the second, the show is pushing forward our vision of taking local products to the global stage," he said. The event was attended by MSME minister Rakesh Sachan, chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, additional chief secretary Alok Kumar, vice chancellors from various universities and other dignitaries.
Al Etihad
14 hours ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
BRIDGE moves to Osaka in preparation for BRIDGE Summit 2025 after New York, London
30 July 2025 20:12 OSAKA (WAM)The BRIDGE roadshow has officially arrived in Osaka, marking the third pivotal stop in a global journey that is shaping the future of media, technology, and cross-cultural by the UAE National Media Office (NMO) and powered by the Bridge Alliance, this series of high-profile events is designed to unite innovators, business leaders, and policymakers to address the critical challenges and opportunities in today's fast-evolving media successful events in New York and London, Osaka now takes its place as the latest hub in this dynamic global dialogue — setting the stage for new ideas, strategic connections, and a deeper exploration of global media's evolving stop of the BRIDGE Roadshow contributes to Connecting Conversations, an evolving series of insights aimed at shaping the agenda for BRIDGE Summit 2025 — the largest global platform uniting media, cultural and creative content creators, leaders, and decision-makers to transform how the world inaugural edition will take place in Abu Dhabi from December 8 -10, summit will bring together the full spectrum of media professionals — including creators, journalists, producers, and communicators — alongside government entities, business leaders, and policymakers, forging partnerships that create meaningful impact and reflect a shared commitment to a more connected, ethical, and sustainable the host city for Expo 2025, Osaka provided the perfect backdrop for BRIDGE's focus on the intersection of traditional values and cutting-edge the presence of Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office (NMO) and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Media Council, and Shihab Ahmed Mohamed Abdulrahim Al Faheem, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Japan, over 30 of Japan's most influential leaders from media, technology, and finance gathered to discuss themes ranging from artificial intelligence (AI) to responsible media practices and ethical storytelling.A highlight of the Osaka programme was a one-on-one conversation, Who's Cashing In on the Truth Deficit?, featuring insights from Leika Kihara, the Chief Correspondent of Japan Policy of Reuters Japan; and Wendy Siew, Senior VP of WPP Media Japan. The session explored how, in a world fed by algorithms, means to communicate with trust and impact amid content overload and an extremely insightful talk 'Thinking Machines, Feeling Minds: AI's Next Frontier' Dr. Hiro Hamada, Research Team Lead, ARAYA Inc, drew from neuroscience and machine learning to explain how AI is reshaping the architecture of perception, and what this means for human experience, agency, and trust in a world where attention is currency and narrative is discussions were followed by curated networking sessions that offered attendees the opportunity to connect with media executives, cultural producers, and policymakers, reinforcing how Japan is actively guiding the future of responsible media through innovation and 2025 summit to focus on launching strategic partnerships that position media as a driving force for development and prosperityAbdulla Al Hamed reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to shaping a leading media model defined by agility, transparency and impact, anchored in universal human chairman highlighted the unwavering support of the UAE's leadership for transformative media initiatives, chief among them the BRIDGE roadshow, underscoring the leadership's firm belief in media as a vital enabler of cross-cultural dialogue, and a powerful instrument for empowering societies to shape their futures with awareness, openness, and Hamed noted that the sessions in Osaka underscore the critical need to blend innovation with authenticity, advocating for the adoption of AI tools while preserving the ethical foundations of journalism. He stressed that BRIDGE 2025 in Abu Dhabi will serve as a platform to launch robust strategic partnerships that elevate media as a key driver of sustainable development and long-term concluded by stating that the dynamic and productive engagement in Osaka sets the stage for BRIDGE's next chapter, contributing to a unified vision for building influential, future-ready media that can navigate global transformations and shape a more informed, connected world.'As we stand at the crossroads of rapid change in media, cultural and creative content creation, driven by AI and shifting platforms, we must recognise the critical role of responsible storytelling in shaping the future,' said Dr. Jamal Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Director-General of the UAE National Media Office.'BRIDGE exists to navigate this new reality — to bring together media creators and global stakeholders with a shared mission to build trust, transparency, and impact. The BRIDGE Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi will be a platform where we unite ideas and ambitions to tackle the challenges of our time, create purposeful media, and drive meaningful solutions for a connected, ethical world.'In New York, the discussions focused on the future of trust in artificial intelligence, and its role in verifying explored the concept of narrative diplomacy, examining how governments can collaborate with media institutions to promote more responsible Osaka placed Asia's dynamic creative economy in the spotlight, with a strong emphasis on the ethical use of generative AI, and the delicate balance between technological innovation and cultural Osaka marks a key milestone in the BRIDGE Roadshow, it is only one chapter in a global journey that continues to unfold. Each stop contributes critical insights to Connecting Conversations, laying the foundation for a landmark event in gathering was not just an exchange of ideas but the starting point of a broader conversation about redefining the global media ecosystem — from content integrity to AI's evolving influence on journalism, business, and events in Shanghai and other key cities will expand on the themes introduced so far — from AI and cross-cultural storytelling to new models of collaboration in a fragmented digital landscape. BRIDGE Summit 2025 BRIDGE Summit 2025 will serve as a platform for content creators, artists, influencers, and agencies — those who know how to engage — to join forces with government entities, investors, and corporations — those who have the power to shape bridging these two worlds, the summit will unlock purpose-driven collaborations that shape public perception and influence behavior across borders. The summit will act as a platform combining thought leadership with business innovation — providing the space and tools for a new generation of global communicators to co-create solutions that transcend entertainment and drive tangible, lasting impact.
The Sun
19 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Fahmi defends mobile data policy amid privacy concerns in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has challenged critics over perceived double standards regarding the government's mobile data-sharing policy. His remarks follow public backlash against the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's (MCMC) directive requiring telcos to share call data from January to March this year. Fahmi, who also serves as the MADANI Government spokesperson, clarified that the data request was meant to assist the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) in national data collection. He pointed out that while concerns over privacy are valid, similar scrutiny is rarely applied to tech companies that routinely harvest user data. 'We rarely question the data we freely provide to social media platforms, search engines, and AI models daily,' he said during his speech at the International Connectivity Conference and Expo 2025. He cited Google's recent US$314 million fine for collecting data from 14 million Californian users without consent as an example of unchecked corporate data practices. The minister stressed that the MCMC's request excludes personally identifiable information, focusing instead on network quality, user engagement, and regional usage trends. This data, he explained, supports evidence-based policymaking, particularly in improving digital infrastructure. - Bernama
Barnama
20 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
Fahmi Calls Out Critics Over Double Standards On Mobile Data Sharing Policy
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil today questioned the apparent double standards among critics of the government's mobile data-sharing policy. He was responding to the strong backlash following the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's (MCMC) directive in June, which required telecommunications companies to provide data on all mobile phone calls made from January to March. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesperson, said the MCMC's request was intended to assist the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) in data collection. However, the policy has drawn heavy criticism from parties concerned about privacy and data security. He cited the recent case where tech giant Google was fined US$314 million for allegedly harvesting data from 14 million smartphone users in California without their consent. 'Yet, we rarely raise concerns about the kind of data we freely give away every day to social media platforms, search engines, artificial intelligence and large language models,' he said in his speech during the launch of the International Connectivity Conference and Expo 2025 here today. On June 8, Fahmi said the MCMC's request for mobile phone call data from telecommunications companies is aimed at supporting evidence-based policymaking, including enhancing network infrastructure. He said the requested data does not include identities or any information that could be used to identify individuals. He explained that the purpose of collecting the data was to support the official statistics compiled by the DOSM, focusing on trends to gather detailed information about network quality, user engagement levels and the number of users in sub-districts or districts. -- BERNAMA
The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
Cabinet to decide Malaysia's stance on calling Hamas to disarm in Gaza, says Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR: The Cabinet would discuss Malaysia's stand if it should join in the global call for Hamas to disarm and hand Gaza over to the Palestinian Authority, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister and government spokesperson also said that all geopolitical decisions of Malaysia would be decided at Cabinet meetings, and the issue on Gaza would most likely be discussed at the next Cabinet meeting to be held on Friday (Aug 1). Fahmi said this to the media after launching the International Connectivity Conference and Expo 2025 co-organised by telecommunications provider GSATT and Madani Research Centre here on Wednesday (July 30). He was asked if Malaysia would join more than 17 other countries in asking Hamas to disarm and give up governing Gaza as part of the United Nations' efforts for a peace truce between Palestine and Israel. "We will discuss this in the next Cabinet meeting. Probably, we will make a decision on this after we (Cabinet) meet on Friday. This is because Wisma Putra (Foreign Ministry) would have to brief us on the geopolitical issues (before we take a stand)," said Fahmi. On July 29, Arab countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt joined calls for Hamas to disarm and end its rule of Gaza, in a bid to end the devastating war in the Palestinian territory. Seventeen countries, plus the European Union and Arab League, threw their weight behind a seven-page text agreed at a United Nations conference on reviving the two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians. 'In the context of ending the war in Gaza, Hamas must end its rule in Gaza and hand over its weapons to the Palestinian Authority, with international engagement and support, in line with the objective of a sovereign and independent Palestinian State,' said the declaration. It followed a call on Monday by the Palestinian delegation at the United Nations for both Israel and Hamas to leave Gaza, allowing the Palestinian Authority to administer the coastal territory. The text also condemned the deadly Oct 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas against Israel, something the UN General Assembly has yet to do. France, which co-chaired the conference with Saudi Arabia, called the declaration 'both historic and unprecedented.' 'For the first time, Arab countries and those in the Middle East condemn Hamas, condemn Oct 7, call for the disarmament of Hamas, call for its exclusion from Palestinian governance, and clearly express their intention to normalise relations with Israel in the future,' said French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot. The text, co-signed by France, Britain and Canada among other western nations, also called for the possible deployment of foreign forces to stabilise Gaza after the end of hostilities.
