Welcome to Today in Bharat – May-16-2025, 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
- 🏅 President of India Presents 58th Jnanpith Award
- 🎉 Prime Minister Greets the People of Sikkim on 50th Anniversary of Statehood
- 🌐 QCOs Have Earned Industry Support: Shri Piyush Goyal
- 🏫 IIFT Expands Global Footprint with First Overseas Campus in Dubai
- ✉️ Commemorative Postage Stamp Celebrating 125 Years of Kodaikanal Solar Observatory
- 📶 TRAI Releases Report on Independent Drive Tests (IDT)
- ❤️ Ministry of Culture Launches “Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan” Initiative
- 🏛️ Rajon ki Baoli Restored by Archaeological Survey of India
- 🛡️ India’s Fight Against Terrorism Now Part of National Defence Doctrine
- 🔐 Aadhaar Authentication Crosses 150 Billion Transactions
🏅 President of India Presents 58th Jnanpith Award
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya Ji at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, recognizing his significant contributions to Sanskrit literature and scholarship. Press Information Bureau
🎉 Prime Minister Greets the People of Sikkim on 50th Anniversary of Statehood
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to the people of Sikkim on their Statehood Day, marking the 50th anniversary of Sikkim’s integration into India. He praised the state’s serene beauty, rich cultural traditions, and industrious people. Press Information Bureau
🌐 QCOs Have Earned Industry Support: Shri Piyush Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that Quality Control Orders (QCOs) have garnered industry support by aiding Indian manufacturers in accessing global markets. This was discussed during a stakeholder consultation meeting on safety standards for electrical appliances.
🏫 IIFT Expands Global Footprint with First Overseas Campus in Dubai
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) announced the establishment of its first overseas campus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, marking a significant step in expanding its global presence and strengthening India’s engagement in international business education. Press Information Bureau
✉️ Commemorative Postage Stamp Celebrating 125 Years of Kodaikanal Solar Observatory
The Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp celebrating 125 years of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KSO), highlighting India’s long-standing contribution to global science.
📶 TRAI Releases Report on Independent Drive Tests (IDT)
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a report on Independent Drive Tests conducted in eight Licensed Service Areas (LSAs), covering cities, highways, railway routes, and coastal areas, to assess network quality and performance.
❤️ Ministry of Culture Launches “Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan” Initiative
The Ministry of Culture launched the “Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan” (One Nation, One Heartbeat) initiative as a tribute to the spirit of patriotism and to honor the nation’s bravehearts. Press Information Bureau
🏛️ Rajon ki Baoli Restored by Archaeological Survey of India
The Archaeological Survey of India, in collaboration with WMFI and the TCS Foundation, restored Rajon ki Baoli, a historic stepwell, preserving India’s rich architectural heritage.
🛡️ India’s Fight Against Terrorism Now Part of National Defence Doctrine
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that combating terrorism is now an integral part of India’s national defence doctrine, emphasizing the country’s commitment to eliminating hybrid and proxy warfare threats.
🔐 Aadhaar Authentication Crosses 150 Billion Transactions
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) announced that Aadhaar authentication transactions have crossed 150 billion, marking a significant milestone in India’s digital economy and welfare services. Press Information Bureau
