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New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Promote electronics units in Rayalaseema: Andhra CM
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has asserted that Andhra Pradesh is an ideal destination for production of electronics components. Reviewing the Electronics Components Manufacturing Policy 4.0 at the State Secretariat on Monday, Naidu said Rayalaseema is an apt location for setting up the units. Opportunities are abundant in Sri City, Hindupur, Kopparthy and other places in Rayalaseema for manufacturing of electronics components. Officials should attract investments in a big way for setting up electronics manufacturing units in Rayalaseema, he said. The new policy aims to attract investments in the electronics sector during 2025-30. Officials informed Naidu that the policy is designed to reduce electronics imports, boost domestic production, and focus on exports. They revealed that India imported electronics circuit boards worth USD 70 billion last year, highlighting the sector's immense demand. Naidu stressed that self-reliance in electronics and achieving 'Make in India' targets be prioritised. AP should launch large-scale manufacturing initiatives to meet global demand, and create its brand for these products, the Chief Minister said.
United News of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Need unity in Parliament for national interest: PM Modi
New Delhi, July 21 (UNI) Describing the monsoon session of Parliament as a victory celebration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the world has witnessed India's military strength following Operation Sindoor, with all objectives having met fully. Speaking to the media ahead of the session, the Prime Minister praised the operation targeting terror bases, noting that India's delegations of MPs abroad had 'exposed' Pakistan on the global stage. He also called on all political parties to come together in Parliament for the national interest. 'Today, I want to say that the country has found unity after Operation Sindoor. Our leaders in Parliament must also stand united,' he said referring to the multiparty delegations that visited 33 global capitals to reach out to the international community to emphasise Pakistan's links to terrorism. . PM Modi also praised Operation Sindoor, a military strike carried out on 9 terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. "This monsoon session is a celebration of victory. The whole world has seen the strength of India's military power. The target set by the Indian Army in Operation Sindoor was achieved 100 per cent. Under Operation Sindoor, the houses of the masters of terrorists were razed to the ground within 22 minutes," he said during his nearly 18-minute address He underscored how the operation showcased India's 'Made in India' military capability, adding that interest in domestically produced defence equipment has surged globally. "I announced it at an event in Bihar, and our Indian armed forces demonstrated their strength during this operation. The concept of 'Made in India', which represents a new facet of India's military power, has also captured global attention. Whenever I meet people from various countries, I notice a growing interest in Made in India weapons," he said. Parliament is set for a stormy monsoon session today, with the Opposition ready to corner the government on many issues. These include the intelligence failure in the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, India's retaliatory Operation Sindoor targeting terror camps in Pakistan, the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, and a recent plane crash. The government has said it is open to discussing all issues, including Operation Sindoor, but stressed that debates must be held in accordance with established parliamentary rules and procedures. This marks the first session of Parliament since Operation Sindoor, India's precision strike conducted in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack. "The party will also seek response to US President Donald Trump's claims about mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar," Congress's communications in-charge Jairam Ramesh has posted on X. Opposition parties have insisted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should address the House on Operation Sindoor, as well as clarify the repeated claims made by US President Donald Trump about having brokered peace between India and Pakistan. They have also demanded a discussion on the SIR process in Bihar. "Our senior Army officers have raised a very sensitive issue about the two-front axis that has been formed on our border with China, Pakistan and Bangladesh. So it is very important that we talk about defence and foreign policy," said Congress's Gaurav Gogoi after an all-party meeting ahead of the monsoon session. As Congress will also seek a discussion on restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, Schedule VI status for Ladakh, and the situation in Manipur. The session will continue until August 21. Both Houses will be adjourned on August 12 and will reconvene on August 18 to facilitate Independence Day celebrations. The session will have 21 sittings spread over a period of 32 days. UNI AAB PRS
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi's parliament speech highlights: From India's space journey to Operation Sindoor: Here's what he said before monsoon session
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and called it a "celebration of victory", highlighting the success of India's military forces in Operation Sindoor. Modi said, 'The target set by the Indian Army in Operation Sindoor was achieved 100%. Within just 22 minutes, the houses of the masterminds behind terrorism were reduced to rubble.' Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Operations Management Data Analytics Public Policy Leadership Data Science Degree MBA Data Science Product Management CXO MCA Healthcare Project Management Design Thinking Artificial Intelligence Digital Marketing Management Technology Others PGDM Cybersecurity others Finance healthcare Skills you'll gain: Quality Management & Lean Six Sigma Analytical Tools Supply Chain Management & Strategies Service Operations Management Duration: 10 Months IIM Lucknow IIML Executive Programme in Strategic Operations Management & Supply Chain Analytics Starts on Jan 27, 2024 Get Details He also spoke about how the world is taking notice of India's growing military strength. 'The world is attracted to the new form of Made in India military power. Whenever I meet global leaders, I see their rising interest in the weapons made by India,' the Prime Minister said. Modi added that this successful operation reflects the courage and capability of the Indian forces and the trust the world now has in Indian-made defence systems. Live Events Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
‘Merely assembling, not truly manufacturing': Rahul Gandhi slams ‘Make in India', calls for ground-level change
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Saturday called for a structural overhaul of the country's manufacturing sector, asserting that India's 'Make in India' initiative has become an 'Assemble in India' exercise under the current government. He said the country must transition from simply putting together imported components to genuinely manufacturing goods if it aims to generate jobs and compete globally, especially with China. In a post on X, Gandhi said that India's manufacturing reality remains deeply dependent on foreign components and lacks self-reliance in actual production. 'Do you know that 80% of the components of most TVs made in India come from China? In the name of 'Make in India,' we are merely assembling – not truly manufacturing,' he wrote. क्या आप जानते हैं कि भारत में बने ज़्यादातर TVs का 80% हिस्सा चीन से आता है? 'मेक इन इंडिया' के नाम पर हम सिर्फ असेंबली कर रहे हैं – असली मैन्युफैक्चरिंग नहीं। iPhone से लेकर TV तक – पुर्ज़े विदेश से आते हैं, हम बस जोड़ते हैं। छोटे उद्यमी निर्माण करना चाहते हैं, लेकिन न नीति… — Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 19, 2025 Gandhi also shared a seven-minute video of his visit to a TV assembly unit in Greater Noida, where he interacted with workers and owners. In the clip, he refers to the government's policy as 'Assemble in India' and stressed on the challenges small-scale entrepreneurs face. He points out the monopoly of a single major supplier in the TV parts industry, which he says is squeezing margins and discouraging competition. 'Until India becomes self-reliant in production, talks of jobs, growth, and 'Make in India' will remain mere speeches,' Gandhi said in Hindi. He argued that only a ground-level transformation can make India a genuine manufacturing power. The Congress MP alleged that while small businesses are eager to produce goods locally, they are weighed down by a lack of state support, heavy taxation, and an industrial ecosystem dominated by a few large corporates. 'There's neither policy nor support. On the contrary, heavy taxes and monopolies have gripped the country's industry,' he added. Last month, Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of 'mastering the art of slogans' without offering concrete solutions, claiming that India's manufacturing sector is at a record low despite nearly a decade of 'Make in India' campaigns. 'We must stop being a market for others. If we don't build here, we'll keep buying from those who do. The clock is ticking,' Gandhi had said during an earlier interaction with mobile repair technicians at Nehru Place in Delhi. He also shared a video of that meeting, explaining the need for structural reforms and better financial support for India's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). With PTI inputs
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India's first semiconductor chip to be unveiled this year: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
India anticipates its first indigenous semiconductor chip release this year. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced this at an event in Hyderabad. He highlighted India's growing role in the semiconductor industry. Six semiconductor plants are already approved and under construction. The India AI Mission is training one million people in AI. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Hyderabad: Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said the country's first domestically produced semiconductor chip is expected to be released this at the 85th foundation day celebrations of Keshav Memorial Educational Society here on Friday, he said India is poised to become a significant global player in the semiconductor some of the most complex chips are designed in cities, including Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Gurugram and Chennai, he said."Now, we are starting the manufacturing of semiconductor chips. We have already approved six semiconductor plants. Their construction is going on. We will have the first Made in India chip in 2025," he union minister said, as part of the India AI Mission , free datasets and others are being uploaded. As many as one million people are being trained in the use of also said India would be among the top two economies in the world by that the world is going through a big change, he said the western countries which were dominating the economy are now being replaced by the "eastern hemisphere".
