Politics · India
PM Modi Addresses Nation on 80th Independence Day, Focuses on Youth and Self-Reliance
On India's 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort. He emphasized the importance of "Viksit Bharat" (developed India) and "Yuva Shakti" (youth power), announcing initiatives for young people including free online coaching for competitive exams and plans to train 10 million in artificial intelligence within a year. Modi also highlighted India's expanding global trade reach, mentioning Free Trade Agreements with 40 countries and pushing for self-reliance. The speech occurred amidst ongoing criticism, which some international coverage noted.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (1): The Hindu
- Centre (10): Business Standard, Business Today, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Greater Kashmir, Outlook India, The Financial Express, The Print, The Quint, The Statesman
- Right (5): Firstpost, India Today, Swarajya, The Pioneer, Times Now
- International (2): Channel News Asia, France 24