Welcome to Today in Bharat – May-21-2025, 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
- 🛳️ Vice-President Inaugurates Key Projects at Mormugao Port
- 🕊️ ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047 Requires Peaceful Frontiers: Vice-President
- 🤝 Haryana Chief Minister Meets Prime Minister
- 🚫 PM Commends Forces for Combating Maoism
- 🦁 PM Applauds ‘Project Lion’ Conservation Efforts
- 🚉 PM Inaugurates 103 Amrit Bharat Railway Stations
- 🕯️ PM Pays Tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on Death Anniversary
- 🍵 International Tea Day Celebrated at Vanijya Bhawan
- 🛍️ 6th National Traders’ Welfare Board Meeting Held
- 🌏 India Assumes Chairmanship of Asian Productivity Organization
- 📄 Extension of Deadline for TRAI’s DLC Tariff Consultation
- 🛡️ DoT Launches Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)
- 🚢 INSV Kaundinya: Ancient Stitched Ship Inducted into Indian Navy
- 🌊 India Hosts 2nd Blue Talks Ahead of UN Ocean Conference
- 💻 Workshop on OpenForge Platform in Dehradun
- 🌳 Action Plan for Aravalli Landscape Restoration Unveiled
- 🌫️ CAQM Implements Stage-I GRAP in NCR
- 🔬 CRCL and IIT Delhi Sign MoU for Scientific Collaboration
- 🌐 Patna Hosts International Buyer-Seller Meet
- 🏥 India Reaffirms Health Commitment at 78th World Health Assembly
- ⚡ India Accelerates National EV Charging Grid under PM E-Drive
- 🛡️ Major Blow to Naxalism: 27 Maoists Neutralized in Chhattisgarh
- 🌿 Tripura’s Kamalpur Nagar Panchayat Introduces Compostable Bags
- 🌊 NMCG Approves Key Projects for Ganga’s Tributaries
- 📈 EPFO Adds 14.58 Lakh Net Members in March 2025
- 🏆 IREDA Receives ‘Excellent’ Rating from DPE
- 🎓 iGOT Karmayogi Surpasses 1 Crore Registered Users
- 🏗️ Groundbreaking for Iconic Observatory Towers in Goa
- ⚖️ NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Ashoka University Professor’s Arrest
- ✅ Why ‘Today in Bharat – May-21-2025’ Matters
🛳️ Vice-President Inaugurates Key Projects at Mormugao Port
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated significant projects at Mormugao Port in Goa, emphasizing the importance of maritime infrastructure in India’s economic growth. He highlighted the role of such developments in achieving the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. Press Information Bureau
🕊️ ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047 Requires Peaceful Frontiers: Vice-President
In his address, Vice-President Dhankhar stated that to realize the goal of a developed India by 2047, the country must ensure peace along its borders. He stressed that economic development is contingent upon a stable and peaceful environment. Press Information Bureau
🤝 Haryana Chief Minister Meets Prime Minister
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss state-related matters. The meeting underscored the collaborative efforts between state and central governments.
🚫 PM Commends Forces for Combating Maoism
Prime Minister Modi praised the security forces for their relentless efforts in eliminating Maoist threats, reaffirming the government’s commitment to ensuring peace and development in affected regions.
🦁 PM Applauds ‘Project Lion’ Conservation Efforts
The Prime Minister lauded the initiatives under ‘Project Lion’ aimed at protecting and conserving the Asiatic lion population in Gujarat, highlighting the government’s dedication to wildlife preservation.
🚉 PM Inaugurates 103 Amrit Bharat Railway Stations
On May 22, 2025, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across 18 states under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, enhancing passenger amenities and modernizing infrastructure.
🕯️ PM Pays Tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on Death Anniversary
Prime Minister Modi paid homage to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary, acknowledging his contributions to the nation.
🍵 International Tea Day Celebrated at Vanijya Bhawan
The Ministry of Commerce & Industry organized a convention on International Tea Day at Vanijya Bhawan, focusing on the current state and future of the Indian tea industry through panel discussions and deliberations.
🛍️ 6th National Traders’ Welfare Board Meeting Held
The National Traders’ Welfare Board convened its 6th meeting in New Delhi, emphasizing the need for grassroots participation in the National Retail Trade Policy and highlighting the importance of digital transformation for small traders and MSMEs.
🌏 India Assumes Chairmanship of Asian Productivity Organization
India has taken over the chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organization for the 2025–26 term during the 67th Governing Body Meeting in Jakarta, aiming to enhance regional productivity and sustainable development.
📄 Extension of Deadline for TRAI’s DLC Tariff Consultation
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has extended the deadline for submitting comments on the pre-consultation paper regarding the review of tariffs for Domestic Leased Circuits (DLCs) to May 26, 2025. This extension aims to provide stakeholders with additional time to offer their inputs.
🛡️ DoT Launches Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced the “Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)” to bolster cyber fraud prevention. This tool facilitates enhanced intelligence sharing with banks, UPI service providers, and financial institutions, enabling swift and collaborative action against suspected frauds in telecom and financial domains.
The Indian Navy has inducted INSV Kaundinya, a traditionally built stitched sail ship inspired by 5th-century CE depictions from the Ajanta Caves. This project, initiated through a tripartite agreement in July 2023, showcases India’s rich maritime heritage.
🌊 India Hosts 2nd Blue Talks Ahead of UN Ocean Conference
India successfully hosted the second edition of the Blue Talks, bringing together scientists, policymakers, and global stakeholders to discuss ocean conservation strategies. This event sets the stage for the upcoming 3rd UN Ocean Conference.
💻 Workshop on OpenForge Platform in Dehradun
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) and the Information Technology Development Agency (ITDA) organized a two-day workshop in Dehradun to promote open-source collaboration through the OpenForge platform. Over 65 participants from more than 50 Uttarakhand Government departments attended each day.
🌳 Action Plan for Aravalli Landscape Restoration Unveiled
Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav unveiled a Detailed Action Plan for the restoration of the Aravalli Landscape. The initiative, finalized during a high-level workshop, aims to rejuvenate the Aravalli Hill Range and its biodiversity.
🌫️ CAQM Implements Stage-I GRAP in NCR
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has invoked a 27-point action plan under Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the National Capital Region (NCR) to prevent further deterioration of air quality. Implementing agencies are to monitor and intensify measures accordingly.
🔬 CRCL and IIT Delhi Sign MoU for Scientific Collaboration
The Central Revenues Control Laboratory (CRCL) and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance scientific capabilities, promote research and development, and facilitate ease of doing business.
🌐 Patna Hosts International Buyer-Seller Meet
Patna, Bihar, hosted its first-ever International Buyer-Seller Meet, organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries in collaboration with the Government of Bihar, APEDA, and the Trade Promotion Council of India. The event aimed to boost global trade opportunities for local producers.
🏥 India Reaffirms Health Commitment at 78th World Health Assembly
At the 78th World Health Assembly, India reiterated its commitment to global health initiatives, highlighting the achievements of the Ayushman Bharat program in expanding healthcare access, improving infrastructure, and accelerating digital health adoption.
⚡ India Accelerates National EV Charging Grid under PM E-Drive
The Government of India has launched the PM E-Drive scheme with a ₹2,000 crore investment to install approximately 72,000 public EV charging stations nationwide. These stations will be strategically placed along 50 national highway corridors and in high-traffic areas like metro cities, toll plazas, railway stations, airports, fuel outlets, and state highways. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has been appointed as the nodal agency to develop a comprehensive EV super app, facilitating real-time charger slot booking, integrated payments, and infrastructure monitoring.
🛡️ Major Blow to Naxalism: 27 Maoists Neutralized in Chhattisgarh
In a significant operation in Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh, security forces neutralized 27 Maoists, including Nambala Keshav Rao alias Basavaraju, the general secretary of CPI-Maoist. This marks the first time in three decades that a general secretary-ranked leader has been eliminated, dealing a substantial blow to the Naxalite movement. Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed this as a landmark achievement in the fight against Naxalism.
🌿 Tripura’s Kamalpur Nagar Panchayat Introduces Compostable Bags
Kamalpur Nagar Panchayat in Tripura has taken a significant step towards sustainability by introducing compostable bags made from PBAT, a biodegradable, chemical-free polymer. These eco-friendly bags decompose within 180 days and are certified by CIPET for meeting compostability and biodegradability standards, offering a viable alternative to single-use plastics.
🌊 NMCG Approves Key Projects for Ganga’s Tributaries
The 63rd meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) approved crucial projects aimed at maintaining environmental flow in the Ganga’s tributaries. An important sewerage infrastructure project in Agra was also sanctioned, reflecting the government’s commitment to rejuvenating the river ecosystem.
📈 EPFO Adds 14.58 Lakh Net Members in March 2025
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) reported a net addition of 14.58 lakh members in March 2025, indicating a 2.03% increase over February 2025 and a 0.98% year-over-year growth. This growth is attributed to rising employment opportunities, increased awareness of employee benefits, and successful outreach programs.
🏆 IREDA Receives ‘Excellent’ Rating from DPE
The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) has been awarded an ‘Excellent’ rating by the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), ranking among the top 4 Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and securing the No. 1 position in the Power & NBFC sector.
🎓 iGOT Karmayogi Surpasses 1 Crore Registered Users
The iGOT Karmayogi platform has crossed the milestone of 1 crore registered users, with over 60% participation from all 36 States and Union Territories. This achievement underscores the platform’s pan-India outreach and its integration into state-level governance frameworks.
🏗️ Groundbreaking for Iconic Observatory Towers in Goa
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is set to perform the groundbreaking ceremony for the iconic Observatory Towers atop the New Zuari Bridge in Goa on May 23, 2025. These Eiffel Tower-inspired structures will feature a viewing gallery, revolving restaurant, and art gallery, enhancing the bridge’s appeal as a tourist destination.
⚖️ NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Ashoka University Professor’s Arrest
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports concerning the arrest and remand of an Ashoka University professor in Haryana. Observing potential violations of human rights and liberty, the NHRC has issued a notice to the Director General of Police, Haryana, requesting a detailed report within one week.
✅ Why ‘Today in Bharat – May-21-2025’ Matters
As we wrap up Today in Bharat – May-21-2025, 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 – May-21-2025 and beyond, for updates that respect your time, your intellect, and your cultural roots.
