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May 12, 2026 2:38 PM

President Murmu honours nursing personnel with National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday presented the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026 to distinguished nursing personnel at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of International Nurses Day. Addressing the gathering, the President praised nurses and healthcare professionals for their compassion, dedication and service to the nation. She said nursing personnel exemplify the highest standards of service and play a crucial role in delivering quality healthcare, often under ch...

May 6, 2026 12:04 PM

Vietnam President To Lam accorded ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Vietnamese President To Lam was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday. The visiting leader was warmly received by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Children dressed in traditional attire, holding the Vietnamese national flag alongside the Indian tricolour, also greeted him at the ceremony. President To Lam arrived in India on Tuesday, beginning his visit in Gaya, where he was welcomed by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary....

April 30, 2026 9:39 PM

President Murmu, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extend greetings on eve of Buddha Purnima

President Droupadi Murmu and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday extended warm greetings to the nation on the eve of Buddha Purnima, highlighting the enduring relevance of Lord Buddha’s teachings in today’s world. In her message, President Murmu conveyed her heartfelt wishes to citizens and followers of Bhagwan Buddha across the globe. She noted that the auspicious occasion marks the significant events of Bhagwan Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana. Emphasizing his timel...

April 21, 2026 10:24 AM

President Murmu to visit Odisha today, inaugurate key projects in Rourkela

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Odisha today. During her day-long visit, she will inaugurate several key public infrastructure and cultural projects in Rourkela. According to the President’s Secretariat, President Murmu will inaugurate a Planetarium and Science Centre, and the Nirmal Munda Parivesh Path at a public function. She will also inaugurate a tribal museum and an Integrated Command and Control Centre in the city. Extensive security arrangements have been put in place across all ...

April 21, 2026 12:11 PM

President Murmu hosts South Korean President, highlights scope for youth opportunities and high-tech collaboration

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday hosted South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, where she also held bilateral discussions and a state banquet in his honour during his three-day visit to India. Welcoming President Lee on his first visit to the country, President Murmu appreciated his efforts in strengthening India-South Korea relations, particularly his role as Chair of the Korea-India Parliamentary Friendship Group. She noted that the visit, coming within the fir...

April 21, 2026 9:58 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Civil Services Day

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to civil servants across the country on Civil Services Day. President Murmu praised civil servants for their role in strengthening governance and public institutions. In a post on X, she said, “Warm greetings to all civil servants on Civil Services Day. Your commitment continues to strengthen responsive governance and reinforce public institutions. From the formulation of innovative, future-oriented and ci...

April 20, 2026 11:28 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi welcome South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at Rashtrapati Bhavan

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, marking a key moment in his three-day State Visit to India. He was received by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with First Lady Kim Hea Kyung accompanying him. The ceremonial reception featured traditional performances and a warm welcome by children holding both the Indian Tricolour and the South Korean national flag. Following the reception, President Lee is sch...

April 16, 2026 4:35 PM

President Murmu highlights role of Indian languages at MG Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya convocation

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that Indian languages are central to the country’s cultural and intellectual identity, as she addressed the sixth convocation ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya in Maharashtra's Wardha. Addressing students and faculty, the President emphasised that “the soul of India finds expression through Indian languages,” noting that a shared stream of culture, sensibility and consciousness flows across the country’s linguistic ...

April 15, 2026 3:41 PM

President Murmu urges compassion-driven healthcare at AIIMS Nagpur convocation

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday emphasised the importance of compassion, integrity and patient-centric care in the medical profession while addressing the convocation ceremony of All India Institute of Medical Sciences Nagpur in Maharashtra. Addressing graduating students, the President said that while technological advancements are transforming healthcare globally, the essence of medical practice must remain rooted in humanity. “No matter how advanced the technology may become, it can ...

April 13, 2026 10:09 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi pay tribute to Jallianwala Bagh martyrs

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday led the nation in paying homage to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on its 106th anniversary, remembering their sacrifice as a defining moment in India’s freedom struggle. President Murmu described the Jallianwala Bagh martyrs as immortal freedom fighters. In a post on X, the President said, "I pay my humble tribute to all the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives in Jallianwala Bagh. This incident ...