PIB Daily News Highlights โ 11 May 2025 : Explore Indiaโs top national strategic updatesโfrom the Prime Ministerโs high-level security meeting and investor education campaigns to defence diplomacy in Moscow and progress in maternal health.
PIB Daily News Highlights โ 11 May 2025
๐๏ธ PM Chairs High-Level Meeting
The Prime Minister of India chaired a high-level meeting on current national and international concerns, including national security, economic preparedness, and developmental strategies. The PM emphasised inter-ministerial coordination and proactive planning in response to emerging geopolitical trends and disaster management priorities.
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Meeting led by PM with strategic ministries in attendance.
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Focus on national security, disaster preparedness, and development.
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The importance of inter-ministerial synergy is highlighted.
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PM emphasized proactive approach to emerging challenges.
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Policy alignment with long-term national interest discussed.
โ๏ธ Suspension of Civil Flights at Select Airports
In light of strategic air operations and national security protocols, the Ministry of Civil Aviation temporarily suspended civil flight operations at certain airports and air routes. The move is precautionary, indicating increased military or emergency activity in select zones.
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Temporary suspension announced for select routes.
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Aimed at ensuring national security and operational readiness.
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Affects civil aviation in sensitive zones.
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Passengers advised to check updated travel advisories.
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Possibly linked with upcoming defence exercises.
๐ผ Investor Education โNiveshak Shivirโ Initiative
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), along with SEBI, launched preparatory efforts for the โNiveshak Shivirโ โ a campaign aimed at enhancing investor awareness and financial literacy. It will target underserved segments across India with focused education drives.
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Strategic meeting between IEPFA and SEBI.
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Initiative branded as โNiveshak Shivir.โ
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Will address investor literacy and fraud prevention.
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Key to improving financial inclusion.
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Launch planned in tier 2 and 3 cities.
Raksha Rajya Mantri in Moscow for Victory Day
Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth participated in Russiaโs Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, commemorating the Allied victory in World War II. The visit strengthens India-Russia defence ties and showcases India’s diplomatic engagements in international military history events.
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India represented by Raksha Rajya Mantri.
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Event: Russiaโs Victory Day celebrations.
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Highlights Indo-Russian defence partnership.
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Tribute to WWII history and shared anti-fascist legacy.
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Enhances bilateral military-diplomatic ties.
๐ Decline in Maternal and Child Mortality
India has recorded a consistent decline in maternal and child mortality rates, inching closer to its SDG 2030 targets. The progress is attributed to institutional deliveries, better nutritional access, and expanded immunisation coverage, per ministry data.
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Decline in maternal and infant deaths reported.
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Linked to enhanced healthcare outreach and access.
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SDG-aligned milestone for India.
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Government schemes like PMMVY and Mission Indradhanush are credited.
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Data indicates rural health service improvements.
๐๏ธ Bharat Bodh Kendra Inaugurated
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal inaugurated the โBharat Bodh Kendra,โ an institution dedicated to reviving India’s philosophical and cultural heritage. This centre will serve as a hub for cultural research, learning, and dissemination of Indian knowledge systems.
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Focus on civilizational knowledge and Indian ethos.
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Aims to promote Indian cultural consciousness.
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Located in a central urban hub for public access.
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Will offer courses, seminars, and exhibitions.
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Linked to Indiaโs soft power diplomacy.
๐ Interactive Training under Karmayogi Jan Seva
The โRashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programโ has introduced interactive training modules to enhance bureaucratic capacity and public service delivery. These sessions aim to inculcate agility, empathy, and digital proficiency among public servants.
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Training under Mission Karmayogi gets a digital boost.
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Designed to improve administrative service delivery.
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Emphasises empathy and responsiveness in governance.
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Based on learn-by-doing pedagogy.
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Scales across central and state departments.
๐ Security Boost at Scientific Facilities
Dr Jitendra Singh confirmed that scientific and technical installations near the borders of J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat will receive upgraded security protocols. This move aligns with increasing cross-border threats and the need to protect sensitive research.
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Facilities in border states are to receive enhanced security.
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Motivated by geopolitical vulnerabilities.
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Applies to ISRO, DRDO, and atomic research units.
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Surveillance and infrastructure upgrades are underway.
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Security synergy with defence agencies planned.
๐ Theme for National Technology Day 2025
The Technology Development Board (TDB) and the Department of Science & Technology (DST) launched the theme for National Technology Day 2025. The theme revolves around โEmpowering Innovation for a Sustainable Futureโ, underlining climate tech and indigenous R&D.
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Theme: โEmpowering Innovation for a Sustainable Futureโ.
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Will spotlight green technology and startups.
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Celebrations will feature award ceremonies and tech expos.
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Highlights Indiaโs R&D ecosystem.
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Encourages student and industry participation.
