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The President of India presented Padma Awards 2026 on 25 May 2026

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, presented the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri Awards for the year 2026 at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on May 25, 2026. Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were the Vice President of India, the Prime Minister of India and the Union Minister for Home Affairs. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi shared glimpses from the Padma Awards ceremony, describing it as an event filled with pride, gratitude and inspiration. Distinguished personalities from diverse fields were honoured through the Padma Awards for their exceptional contributions to society and the nation. The Prime Minister emphasised that India's strength lies in such remarkable individuals whose work enriches the country's collective journey.

Prime Minister shares glimpses from the Padma Awards ceremony

https://www.narendramodi.in/prime-minister-narendra-modi-shares-glimpses-from-the-padma-awards-ceremony-25th-may-twenty-twenty-six

A successful start to the countdown to International Day of Yoga 2026! 🧘‍♀️🇮🇳

Ambassador Shri Harsh Kumar Jain handed over a newly constructed Livelihood Training Center in Bobon, Northern Samar to Mayor Reny Jing Celespara on 05 May 2026 under the Quick Impact Project (QIP) scheme of Indian Grant Assistance. 🇮🇳🇵🇭

The Center will benefit over 23,000 residents through skills training and livelihood opportunities, reflecting the growing India–Philippines partnership in promoting inclusive community development.

Ambassador Jain noted, “India and the Philippines share a strong and growing partnership, rooted in democratic values, mutual respect, and a shared vision for a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.”

The ceremony was attended by senior DILG officials and local leaders, who expressed appreciation to the Government of India for its valuable contribution to local development in Northern Samar.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

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Ambassador Shri Harsh Kumar Jain formally turned over the renovated and fully equipped Primary Care Facility in Bacolod, Lanao del Norte to Hon’ble Mayor Ms. Judith V. Miquiabas on 22 April 2026.

The turnover ceremony was witnessed by Ms. Lilian M. De Leon, Assistant Secretary for International Relations, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Mr. Allan G. Lim, Vice Governor of Lanao del Norte, Mr. Bruce A. Colao, Regional Director of DILG, and Mr. Edward Bhagwani, Provincial Director of Lanao del Norte, among other distinguished guests.

The upgraded facility, now equipped with an X-ray machine, is expected to benefit nearly 25,000 residents by reducing the need for referrals to distant hospitals for diagnostic services.

This milestone marks the completion of the first project under the inaugural cycle of six Quick Impact Projects (QIPs), initiated in July 2024 through grant assistance from the Government of India.

In his remarks, Ambassador Jain emphasized the importance of QIPs in delivering meaningful socio-economic benefits by directly addressing the needs of local communities. He also commended the DILG and the Local Government Unit of Bacolod for the timely completion of the project, highlighting the growing strength and expanding scope of India–Philippines development cooperation.

Assistant Secretary Ms. De Leon, Mayor Ms. Miquiabas, and Vice Governor Mr. Lim expressed their sincere gratitude to the Government of India for its continued support.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
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