Welcome to Today in Bharat – April-28-2025, 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
- 🏅 Padma Awards 2025 – Civil Investiture Ceremony-I
- 🇮🇳 Prime Minister Attends Civil Investiture Ceremony-I
- 📚 ‘Gyan Post’ Gazette Notification Released
- 💼 IEPFA Collaborates with Kotak Mahindra Bank
- 🧠 IEPFA’s ‘Niveshak Shivir’ Preparatory Meeting
- 📖 Book Launch and Panel Discussion
- 🗂️ Acquisition of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s Paper Collection
- ✈️ India-France Agreement on Rafale-Marine Aircraft
- 🛡️ Workshop on Defence Production Quality Assurance
- 💻 National Supercomputing Mission Progress
- 🔐 Aadhaar Authentication Surpasses 2,707 Crore
- 🐟 Fisheries Sector Infrastructure Boost
- 💰 Launch of Rs. 255 Crore Fisheries Projects
- 💵 Auction of Government Securities
- 🇮🇳🤝🇧🇹 India-Bhutan Joint Group of Customs Meeting
- 🎥 WAVES 2025: Global Media & Tech Exhibition
- 🎬 WAVES Animation Film-makers’ Challenge
- 🗣️ Promotion of Hindi in Government Work
- 🏛️ 5th National Workshop on Public Grievances
- ⚛️ Consultative Committee on Nuclear Power Development
- 🌿 Innovations in Green Hydrogen Production
- 📈 Industrial Production Growth in March 2025
- 📝 UPSC NDA & NA Examination (I), 2025 Results
- 📋 UPSC Recruitment Results for March 2025
- Why ‘Today in Bharat – April-28-2025’ Matters
🏅 Padma Awards 2025 – Civil Investiture Ceremony-I
On April 28, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Padma Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The 2025 honors include 139 awards: 7 Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri. Notable Padma Vibhushan awardees are D. Nageshwara Reddy, Jagdish Singh Khehar, Kumudini Lakhia, L. Subramaniam, and posthumously, M. T. Vasudevan Nair, Osamu Suzuki, and Sharda Sinha. Press Information Bureau
🇮🇳 Prime Minister Attends Civil Investiture Ceremony-I
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Padma Awards ceremony, honoring distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions across various fields. The event celebrated India’s diverse talent and service.
📚 ‘Gyan Post’ Gazette Notification Released
Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia announced the publication of the ‘Gyan Post’ Gazette Notification, aiming to facilitate affordable delivery of books and study materials through post offices, enhancing educational accessibility.
💼 IEPFA Collaborates with Kotak Mahindra Bank
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) signed an MoU with Kotak Mahindra Bank to enhance investor education via digital outreach, focusing on financial literacy and awareness.
🧠 IEPFA’s ‘Niveshak Shivir’ Preparatory Meeting
IEPFA hosted a preparatory meeting with stakeholder companies for the ‘Niveshak Shivir’ initiative, aiming to bolster investor awareness and protection through collaborative efforts.
📖 Book Launch and Panel Discussion
A recent event featured a book launch accompanied by a panel discussion, bringing together experts and authors to delve into the book’s themes and insights.
🗂️ Acquisition of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s Paper Collection
The government has acquired the private paper collection of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, preserving the former President’s documents for educational and historical research.
✈️ India-France Agreement on Rafale-Marine Aircraft
India and France signed an inter-governmental agreement for the acquisition of 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft for the Indian Navy, enhancing maritime defense capabilities.
🛡️ Workshop on Defence Production Quality Assurance
A two-day interactive workshop in New Delhi focused on adopting industry standards and quality assurance in defense production, promoting self-reliance and excellence.
💻 National Supercomputing Mission Progress
The National Supercomputing Mission continues to advance, aiming to bolster India’s computing capabilities for scientific research and innovation.
🔐 Aadhaar Authentication Surpasses 2,707 Crore
In the fiscal year 2024-25, Aadhaar authentication transactions exceeded 2,707 crore, with face authentication gaining significant momentum, reflecting increased digital adoption.
🐟 Fisheries Sector Infrastructure Boost
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh emphasized the need for infrastructure development and sustainable practices in the fisheries sector during the Coastal States Fisheries Meet 2025 in Mumbai.
💰 Launch of Rs. 255 Crore Fisheries Projects
At the Coastal States Fisheries Meet 2025, projects worth Rs. 255 crores were launched, including the introduction of the first-ever aqua insurance scheme for fisherfolk.
💵 Auction of Government Securities
The government announced the re-issue auction of ‘6.64% Government Security 2027’ and a new ‘Government Security 2035’, facilitating investment opportunities.
🇮🇳🤝🇧🇹 India-Bhutan Joint Group of Customs Meeting
India and Bhutan held the 6th Joint Group of Customs meeting in Thimphu on April 24-25, 2025, to discuss and enhance bilateral trade and customs cooperation.
🎥 WAVES 2025: Global Media & Tech Exhibition
WAVES 2025 showcased innovations in media, entertainment, and technology, serving as a platform for industry leaders and creators to collaborate and exhibit advancements.
🎬 WAVES Animation Film-makers’ Challenge
The WAVES Animation Film-makers’ Challenge highlighted 42 outstanding animation films, celebrating creativity and storytelling in the animation industry.
🗣️ Promotion of Hindi in Government Work
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized that promoting Hindi in government operations is a collective societal responsibility, not limited to specific departments.
🏛️ 5th National Workshop on Public Grievances
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances organized the 5th National Workshop on “Sevottam and Effective Redressal of Public Grievances” at the Institute of Management in Government, Kerala, focusing on improving grievance redressal mechanisms.
⚛️ Consultative Committee on Nuclear Power Development
The Consultative Committee of Parliament Members for the Ministry of Power convened to discuss the roadmap for nuclear power generation development, aiming to enhance energy security.
🌿 Innovations in Green Hydrogen Production
India is exploring new approaches for green hydrogen production, focusing on sustainable and efficient methods to support clean energy initiatives.
📈 Industrial Production Growth in March 2025
India’s Index of Industrial Production recorded a 3% growth in March 2025, indicating positive momentum in the manufacturing and industrial sectors.
📝 UPSC NDA & NA Examination (I), 2025 Results
The Union Public Service Commission announced the results of the written part of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I), 2025, progressing candidates to the next selection stages.
📋 UPSC Recruitment Results for March 2025
UPSC released the recruitment results for various positions for the month of March 2025, detailing selected candidates for respective roles.
Why ‘Today in Bharat – April-28-2025’ Matters
As we wrap up Today in Bharat – April-28-2025, we hope this curated glimpse into the nation’s key happenings helped you stay informed and connected. Each edition of Today in Bharat aims to bring clarity to the complex world of policies, projects, and developments that touch our lives in direct and indirect ways. By understanding what’s changing around us — from new initiatives to national milestones — we become more aware citizens of this vibrant land. Keep following Today in Bharat – April-28-2025 and beyond, for updates that respect your time, your intellect, and your cultural roots.
