Welcome to Today in Bharat – April-14-2025, your daily snapshot of the nation’s key developments. From impactful policy launches to transformative projects and significant official engagements, this series brings you the most relevant updates shaping Bharat today. Designed to keep you informed and rooted, each edition cuts through the clutter to highlight what truly matters — in governance, society, and everyday life.
Contents
- 🧘♂️ PM Modi Meets Devoted Follower After 14-Year Vow
- 🏗️ PM Modi Launches Key Development Projects in Yamunanagar, Haryana
- 🇮🇳 PM Modi Urges Citizens to Uphold Ambedkar’s Ideals for a Developed India
- 🛫 Hisar Airport Expansion & Tribute to Babasaheb Ambedkar
- 🌸 PM Modi Extends Festive Greetings Across India 🌸
- 🇮🇳 Nation Pays Tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on His 135th Birth Anniversary 🌺
- 🛠️ Draft Rules for Gas Meters to Ensure Accuracy and Consumer Protection
- 🚨 Major Drug Bust by Indian Coast Guard & Gujarat ATS
- 🧬 Strengthening Justice Through Forensics
- 🕊️ Honoring the Legacy of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
- 🏛️ Lucknow CAT Bench Gets Permanent Home After 38 Years
- 🏆 National Highways Excellence Awards 2023 Set for New Delhi
- 🚀 QNu Labs Launches QShield: A Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity Platform
- 🕊️ Honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Legacy on His 135th Birth Anniversary 🇮🇳
- 🕊️ NCSC Honors Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on His 135th Birth Anniversary
- 🇮🇳🔬 India Unveils Quantum Tech Engagement Strategy
- Why ‘Today in Bharat – April-14-2025’ Matters
🧘♂️ PM Modi Meets Devoted Follower After 14-Year Vow
On April 14, 2025, Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji met Shri Rampal Kashyap in Yamunanagar, Haryana. Kashyap, a resident of Kaithal, had taken a vow 14 years ago to remain barefoot until he met Modi after his election as Prime Minister. During the meeting, PM Modi personally helped him wear footwear, expressing humility and gratitude for such devotion. However, he urged citizens to channel their dedication towards social service and nation-building activities instead of personal vows. This heartfelt encounter underscores the profound impact of leadership on individual lives.
🔗 Source: Press Information Bureau
🏗️ PM Modi Launches Key Development Projects in Yamunanagar, Haryana
On April 14, 2025, Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several development initiatives in Yamunanagar, Haryana. These include an 800 MW thermal power unit at the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant and a compressed biogas plant under the GOBARdhan Yojana, aiming to boost energy self-sufficiency and promote clean energy. He also highlighted the PM Suryagarh Muft Bijli Yojana, encouraging citizens to install rooftop solar panels to reduce electricity bills and contribute to the grid. Emphasizing the government’s commitment to industrial growth, Modi introduced ‘Mission Manufacturing’ to create employment opportunities, especially for marginalized communities. Additionally, he acknowledged the significance of Baisakhi and paid tribute to the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
🇮🇳 PM Modi Urges Citizens to Uphold Ambedkar’s Ideals for a Developed India
On April 14, 2025, Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji called upon citizens to reaffirm their commitment to the ideals of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in building a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India). Responding to a post by Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh Ji on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi emphasized Ambedkar’s role as one of modern India’s greatest thinkers and institution-builders. He highlighted Dr. Ambedkar’s contributions to establishing key institutions and urged citizens to uphold his principles in nation-building.
📄 Source: Press Information Bureau
🛫 Hisar Airport Expansion & Tribute to Babasaheb Ambedkar
On April 14, 2025, Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji laid the foundation stone for a new terminal at Maharaja Agrasen Airport in Hisar, Haryana, with an investment of over ₹410 crore. Coinciding with Babasaheb Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, the PM emphasized the government’s dedication to social justice and inclusive development. He announced the commencement of flights connecting Haryana to Ayodhya Dham, symbolizing a direct link between the lands of Lord Krishna and Lord Ram. Highlighting the UDAN scheme’s success, PM Modi noted the significant increase in airports from 74 to over 150 since 2014, enhancing regional connectivity. He also criticized previous administrations for neglecting marginalized communities and reaffirmed his commitment to their upliftment through initiatives like tap water connections and financial inclusion programs.
🌸 PM Modi Extends Festive Greetings Across India 🌸
On April 14, 2025, Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji conveyed heartfelt wishes to citizens celebrating Odia New Year, Vishu, Puthandu, and Bohag Bihu. Through individual posts on X (formerly Twitter), he honored the cultural significance of each festival, reflecting India’s rich diversity. His messages aimed to foster unity and joy among various communities during these regional New Year celebrations.
📄 Source: Press Information Bureau
🇮🇳 Nation Pays Tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on His 135th Birth Anniversary 🌺
On April 14, 2025, President Smt Droupadi Murmu Ji, Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji, Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji, and Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla Ji, along with other dignitaries, paid floral tributes to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar at Prerna Sthal in the Parliament House Complex. Dr. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution and a champion of social justice, continues to inspire the nation with his enduring legacy.
🔗 Source: Press Information Bureau
🛠️ Draft Rules for Gas Meters to Ensure Accuracy and Consumer Protection
The Department of Consumer Affairs has introduced draft rules under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, mandating testing, verification, and stamping of gas meters before their use in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. This initiative aims to enhance measurement accuracy, prevent billing disputes, and align with international standards.
🔗 Source: Press Information Bureau
🚨 Major Drug Bust by Indian Coast Guard & Gujarat ATS
In a significant joint operation on April 12–13, 2025, the Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized over 300 kg of methamphetamine worth approximately ₹1,800 crore near the International Maritime Boundary Line. Although the suspect vessel evaded capture by crossing into international waters, the dumped narcotics were successfully recovered and brought to Porbandar for further investigation.
🔗 Source: Press Information Bureau
🧬 Strengthening Justice Through Forensics
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji, at the All India Forensic Science Summit 2025, emphasized the pivotal role of forensic science in modernizing India’s criminal justice system. He highlighted initiatives like the establishment of National Forensic Sciences University campuses and the integration of technology to enhance conviction rates and combat borderless crimes.
🕊️ Honoring the Legacy of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
On April 14, 2025, the Department of Justice commemorated the 135th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, celebrating his pivotal role in championing social justice and drafting the Indian Constitution. The event, led by Union Minister Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal Ji, underscored Ambedkar’s enduring impact on equality and inclusion in India.
🔗 Source: PIB Press Release
🏛️ Lucknow CAT Bench Gets Permanent Home After 38 Years
On Ambedkar Jayanti, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Ji and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Ji inaugurated the new building for the Lucknow Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) bench, which had been operating from rented premises since 1987. Funded by ₹25 crore from the Department of Personnel & Training, the facility symbolizes the Centre-State collaboration under the Modi-Yogi leadership. Dr. Singh highlighted CAT’s commitment to accessible justice, noting its 93% case disposal rate and affordable ₹50 filing fee.
🔗 Source: Press Information Bureau
🏆 National Highways Excellence Awards 2023 Set for New Delhi
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways will host the 6th National Highways Excellence Awards (NHEA 2023) on April 15, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, to honor outstanding contributions in highway development and maintenance. The event will feature panel discussions on emerging technologies, challenges in hilly terrains, and enhancing global competitiveness of Indian construction firms.
🚀 QNu Labs Launches QShield: A Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity Platform
On World Quantum Day, QNu Labs, a startup under India’s National Quantum Mission, unveiled QShield—a pioneering platform offering seamless cryptography management across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. Built with patented technologies like Quantum Key Distribution and Post-Quantum Cryptography, QShield aims to secure critical infrastructure and position India as a leader in quantum cybersecurity.
🔗 Source: Press Information Bureau
🕊️ Honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Legacy on His 135th Birth Anniversary 🇮🇳
Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal Ji paid tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in Dibrugarh, emphasizing his pivotal role in shaping India’s Constitution rooted in justice, equality, and fraternity. He urged the youth to delve deeper into Ambedkar’s works, highlighting their continued relevance in guiding India’s journey towards an inclusive and developed nation.
🕊️ NCSC Honors Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on His 135th Birth Anniversary
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) celebrated Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s 135th birth anniversary in New Delhi, themed “A Journey of 75 years of Constitution of India.” Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar Ji and Minister of State Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal Ji emphasized Ambedkar’s enduring legacy and urged youth to uphold his ideals of equality and justice.
🇮🇳🔬 India Unveils Quantum Tech Engagement Strategy
On World Quantum Day 2025, the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India released the inaugural International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum (ITES-Q), outlining India’s global approach to Quantum Science, Technology, and Innovation. The strategy aims to accelerate discovery, foster innovation, and catalyze adoption across critical sectors, complementing the National Quantum Mission (NQM) and emphasizing the need for investment in quantum hardware, support for startups, and active participation in setting global standards.
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