April 23, 2026 2:52 PM

Vice-President urges AIIMS Rishikesh graduates to serve with empathy, highlights healthcare outreach

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday addressed the sixth convocation ceremony of All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh, calling on graduating students to serve society with empathy, integrity and a strong commitment to nation-building. Describing the convocation as a “defining moment of transition, reflection and responsibility,” he said it marked not only the culmination of years of effort but also the beginning of a greater duty towards society. The V-P urged the gra...

April 10, 2026 3:56 PM

C. P. Radhakrishnan Launches Sindhi Version of Constitution in Two Scripts

The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Thursday released the latest version of the Constitution of India in the Sindhi language, in both Devanagari and Persian scripts, at an event held at Uprashtrapati Bhawan. The release coincided with the observance of Sindhi Bhasha Diwas, with the Vice-President extending greetings to the Sindhi-speaking community. He described Sindhi as one of the oldest and melodious languages, noting that its literary tradition reflects a blend of Vedantic ...

January 1, 2026 6:06 PM

Vice-President to visit Tamil Nadu on January 2–3

Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu on January 2 and 3, according to an official statement issued on Thursday. On Friday, January 2, the Vice-President will preside over the 34th Convocation of Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute University in Chennai. Later in the day, he will attend the Ram Nath Goenka Sahitya Samman ceremony at Taj Coromandel. In the evening, the Vice-President will participate in a public reception at Kalaivanar A...

December 21, 2025 1:34 PM

Vice-President highlights role of meditation in inner peace and National Development at World Meditation Day event

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday underlined the importance of meditation in promoting inner peace, emotional well-being and social harmony, while participating in the World Meditation Day celebrations at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Telangana. Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President said meditation is a universal practice that transcends cultural, geographical and religious boundaries and serves as a pathway to mental clarity, emotional stability and inner transformation. He noted tha...

October 24, 2025 9:31 PM

PM Modi hails ITBP’s courage and dedication on 64th Raising Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on its 64th Raising Day, commending the force for its unwavering dedication, courage, and humanitarian service in protecting the nation’s frontiers. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Warm greetings to all ITBP Himveers and their families on their Raising Day. The Force embodies unmatched courage, discipline, and devotion to duty.” He added that the ITBP personnel serve in some of th...

September 10, 2025 10:50 AM

President, PM and Union Ministers extend wishes to new Vice President Radhakrishnan

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several Union Ministers on Tuesday congratulated C.P. Radhakrishnan on being elected as the Vice President of India. In a post on X, President Murmu said: “Congratulations to Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on being elected as the Vice President of India! Your decades of rich experience in public life will contribute significantly to the nation’s progress. I extend my best wishes to you for a successful and im...

August 27, 2025 6:42 PM

Two candidates in fray for Vice-Presidential Election 2025; polling on Sept 9

With the withdrawal of nominations closing on August 25, two candidates remain in the contest for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025.   The contesting candidates are Buchireddy Sudershan Reddy, resident of Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, and C.P. Radhakrishnan, currently residing at Raj Bhavan, Mumbai.   Polling will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in Room No. F-101, Vasudha, Parliament House, New Delhi. Voting will begin at 10 a.m. and conclude at 5 p.m. the same day.   The Electora...

August 21, 2025 9:31 PM

EC appoints two officers as observers for upcoming Vice President elections

Ahead of the upcoming election for the post of Vice President of India, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday appointed two senior officers of the rank of Additional Secretary as Observers to oversee the electoral process. The election, scheduled for September 9, will see a direct contest between Justice (Retd.) B Sudershan Reddy, backed by the INDIA bloc, and the NDA’s nominee, C P Radhakrishnan. The last date for filing nominations is August 21, while candidates can withdraw t...