Government e-Marketplace Records Over Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore GMV in a Decade
The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has significantly transformed public procurement in India over the past decade, growing its Gross Merchandise Value from Rs 422 crore to over Rs 1.55 lakh crore. Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that GeM has enhanced competition, improved price discovery, and increased participation from over 12 lakh Micro and Small Enterprises, including women-led businesses and startups. The platform supports government buyers and sellers nationwide, promoting initiatives like Vocal for Local and Make in India, while aiming to further integrate AI and digital tools to boost transparency and efficiency.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans right-leaning overall (Left 0%, Centre 36%, Right 64%). Overall sentiment is positive (83/100). Lens Score 41/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, thetribune, economictimes, freepressjournal. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
All 3 outlets scored close to centre on political lean. The real divergence here is in emphasis, not lean — compare the headlines below to see how each outlet chose to frame the same facts.
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (78–85/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 10 Aug, 04:40 am. Other outlets followed.