TLDR;
This video provides a comprehensive overview of recent events and initiatives in India, covering topics such as Republic Day celebrations, government schemes, cultural events, and appointments. Key takeaways include the focus on "Vande Mataram" during Republic Day, the launch of new infrastructure projects, discussions on classical languages, and various summits and conferences held in India.
- Republic Day theme was "Vande Mataram"
- New infrastructure projects launched, including the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor
- Discussions on promoting classical languages and preserving manuscripts
- Various summits and conferences held in India on topics such as democracy, Buddhism, and nutrition
Republic Day Celebrations [0:29]
The 75th Republic Day celebrations featured "Vande Mataram" as its main theme, commemorating 150 years of the anthem. The theme for independence was "Vande Mataram", and for prosperity, it was "Atmanirbhar Bharat". Notable attendees included Ursula von der Leyen from the European Commission and António Costa. The Army's march past was conducted in a battle array format, and the 61st Cavalry showcased its combat readiness. New additions to the parade included a pussu tukdi (animal contingent) with Jasker ponies and Bactrian camels, the Bherov Light Commando Battalion, and a mixed scout team. The parade also featured the Urals universal rocket launcher system and the Dyardo hypersonic glide missile.
Republic Day Parade Details [9:18]
The CRPF contingent consisted entirely of men, commanded by a female officer, Simran Bala. The Indian Army's theme was "Victory Through Jointness," reflecting coordinated efforts among the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The parade concluded with a display representing "Vande Mataram". Public voting was enabled through the MyGov app to select the best parade displays. The jury selected the Delhi Police as the best among armed forces, while the public favoured the CRPF contingent led by Simran Bala. Maharashtra, Jammu & Kashmir, and Kerala were recognised for their state displays by the jury, while the Ministry of Education's display was favoured by the public.
Beating Retreat Ceremony and Other Events [16:39]
The Beating Retreat ceremony took place on 29 January at Vijay Chowk, with the tunes played named after musical instruments. PM Modi inaugurated the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor (NH 715) from Kaliabor to Numaligarh, passing through the Kaziranga National Park, and flagged off two Amrit Bharat trains. He also participated in the Bodo festival in Assam, witnessing dances like Bagurumba Dahu, which are deeply connected to nature. The first Vande Bharat sleeper train was launched between Guwahati and Cheharoda, inaugurated in Malda, West Bengal. The train will run at 180 kmph and features "Kavach" technology to prevent collisions.
Infrastructure and Development Projects [26:25]
The re-construction of the Dhupguri-Falakata section of National Highway 27 into a four-lane highway was announced. In Kerala, PM Modi inaugurated the Innovation Technology and Entrepreneurship Hub at CSIR-NIIST and a radiosurgery centre at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology (SCTIMST). He also inaugurated the Puzhapura Pradhan Dak Ghar (post office) and launched a credit card scheme for street vendors under the PM Swanidhi programme, offering a credit limit of ₹30,000.
Government Initiatives and Schemes [35:45]
The "Pragati" platform, initiated in 2015, facilitates meetings between central and state government officials to review project progress. PM Shri schools are to be developed as national benchmarks. Five classical languages from South India and Odisha will have their books published by the Central Institute of Indian Languages. "Granth Kutir" (book rooms) will be established in Rashtrapati Bhavan to preserve manuscripts, managed by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts. The Gyan Bharata Mission aims to digitise and preserve old manuscripts.
Cultural Events and Discoveries [47:22]
Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birthday (25 December) is observed as Good Governance Day. An international exhibition of relics from Piprahwa, associated with Buddha, was held at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in New Delhi, titled "Light of the Lotus". A Buddhist complex from the Kushan period was discovered in Jahan Pora, Kashmir. A pilot project was launched on the Jaipur-Rewari National Highway to warn drivers of animal crossings. UIDAI launched a new mascot, "Udeek," designed by Arun Gokul from Kerala and named by Riya Jain from Bhopal, to simplify Aadhaar-related queries. The "Mera Aadhaar, Mera Mobile, Mera Parivar" initiative allows up to five Aadhaar profiles on one mobile device.
Agreements and Cyclothon [58:26]
A Centre of Excellence for regulation in the Vydyut Kshetra was established at IIT Delhi. The CISF launched the "Vande Mataram Coastal Cyclothon" to raise awareness about arms and drug trafficking, with routes from Lakhpat, Gujarat, and Bakhali, West Bengal, converging in Kochi, Kerala, under the theme "Surakshit Tat, Samriddh Bharat" (Safe Coast, Prosperous India).
Digital Licences and Appointments [1:00:56]
Digital licences (e-licences) were introduced for pilots, engineers, and crew members, linked to their companies and compliant with ICAO standards. Parveen Vashisht was appointed as a vigilance commissioner in the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). Sunetra Pawar became the Deputy CM of Maharashtra following her husband's death. Rakesh Agarwal was given additional charge as Director General of NIA. A.K. Balasubramanian was appointed as the chairman of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board.
Judicial Appointments and Expeditions [1:16:48]
Several High Court judges were appointed: Somen Sen (Kerala), Manoj Kumar Gupta (Uttar Pradesh), Muhammad Mustafa (Sikkim), Sangam Kumar Sahu (Patna), and Revati Prasad Mohite Dere (Meghalaya). Kamya Karthikeyan, an 18-year-old, is on a mission to complete the "Explore Grand Slam," aiming to scale the highest peaks in all seven continents and ski to both poles.
Historical Figures and Army Achievements [1:23:26]
Velu Nachiyar, the queen of Sivagangai, fought against the British in the 18th century and formed an army of trained female soldiers. Tilka Manjhi, also known as Jabra Pahadia, assassinated Augustus Cleveland, the collector of Bhagalpur, in 1784. Hans Jasyah Sarma became the first female pilot in the Indian Army to qualify as a Rudra helicopter pilot. Subhanshu Shukla was recognised for his contributions to space.
Recent Events and Summits [1:34:04]
Kavinder Purkayastha, a former Union Minister from Assam, was posthumously awarded the Padma Shri. Ajit Pawar is the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Suresh Kalmadi was associated with the Commonwealth Games scam. Madhav Gadgil headed the ecology panel for the Western Ghats. Mark Tully is associated with the BBC in New Delhi. The Sampoorna Gaon Swaraj Abhiyan 2.0, led by NITI Aayog, aims to achieve 100% saturation of government schemes in aspirational blocks.
Initiatives and Conferences [1:40:32]
The National Entrepreneurship Mission, under the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana, aims to promote entrepreneurship through awareness and training. The Ministry of Women and Child Development aims to make India child marriage-free by 2030. A drug-free campus campaign was launched in Delhi universities. The India Energy Week was held in Goa, organised by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The theme for the Loktantra summit was "Democracy for an inclusive, peaceful, resilient and sustainable world".
Summits and Exhibitions [1:49:50]
India is chairing the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA). A parliamentary conference of the Commonwealth countries was held in New Delhi, inaugurated by Om Birla. The Buddhist summit in New Delhi featured the AI model "Nourbhu," also known as "Kalyan Mitra." The second Global Jaikvik Vikas Bharat Young Leader Dialogue and a Poshan (Nutrition) par CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) summit were held in Delhi.
Skill Development and Fashion Events [1:58:14]
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is working with NGOs to provide vocational training to those who have dropped out of school. Wings India, the largest aviation programme in Asia, was held in Hyderabad. A NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology) event with the theme "Design for Inclusive Futures" was held in Mumbai.
Other Events and Initiatives [2:03:32]
A report on the ecological restoration of the Aravalli landscape was prepared by the Sankala Foundation. A conference on gender equality was held in New Delhi. The Siddha Divasam was celebrated at Klaivanaar Arangam Chennai. The National Lighting Conference was held in New Delhi, organised by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
