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August 31, 2026 4:37 PM

President Murmu urges NIFT graduates to blend global outlook with India’s cultural roots

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday urged graduating students of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) to maintain a global outlook while staying firmly connected to India's cultural roots and core values, saying the fashion and textile sector has significant potential to expand the country's global footprint. President Murmu made the remarks while addressing the combined convocation ceremony of 18 NIFT campuses in New Delhi. Highlighting the importance of India's textile and appa...

August 28, 2026 10:42 AM

President Murmu extends Raksha Bandhan greetings, calls for strengthening bonds of trust

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended heartfelt greetings to Indians in the country and abroad on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, saying the festival strengthens the bonds of affection, respect, trust and mutual responsibility among people. In a post on X, the President said, “I extend my heartfelt wishes for the festival of Raksha Bandhan to all Indians residing in the country and abroad.” In another post, President Murmu highlighted the ancient cultural and spiritual significance o...

August 27, 2026 9:43 PM

‘Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala’: President Murmu conveys Raksha Bandhan greetings with Sanskrit mantra

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended her greetings to all Indians on the eve of Raksha Bandhan, recalling the festival’s deep-rooted cultural and traditional significance. In her message, the President highlighted the sacred bond symbolised by the rakhi thread and referred to the words “Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala”, saying they express the imploration, “May this bond of protection continue forever.” She said Raksha Bandhan has been an integral part of Indian culture and tradi...

August 24, 2026 4:40 PM

President Murmu to confer National Awards to 21 higher education and polytechnic teachers on Teachers’ Day

President Droupadi Murmu will confer the National Awards to Teachers (NAT) on 21 teachers and faculty members from higher education institutions (HEIs) and polytechnics at Vigyan Bhawan on September 5, Teachers' Day, the Ministry of Education said on Monday. The 2026 awardees include 12 teachers from central higher education institutions, five from state universities and colleges, and four faculty members from polytechnics. Among the five awardees from state institutions, three are from governm...

August 19, 2026 7:13 PM

President Murmu urges information officers to use social media to listen, respond to citizens

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday urged Indian Information Service (IIS) officers to use social media not only to inform and engage citizens but also to listen to their concerns, understand their aspirations and respond to their feedback. A group of Officer Trainees of the Indian Information Service and Indian Statistical Service called on the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday. Addressing the officer trainees, President Murmu said both services, despite having different function...

August 17, 2026 3:00 PM

President Murmu, PM Modi express grief over loss of lives in Lakhisarai stampede

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed profound grief over the loss of lives in a stampede at Bihar’s Lakhisarai district. “The news of the deaths of devotees in the stampede in Lakhisarai district of Bihar is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the grief-stricken families. I pray for the swift recovery of those who have been injured,” read a post on X by the President of India. The Prime Minister stated that his thoughts ar...

August 15, 2026 12:40 PM

President Murmu, V-P Radhakrishnan, PM Modi extend Navroz greetings, praise Parsi community’s contribution to India

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union Ministers on Saturday extended greetings to citizens, particularly the Parsi community, on the occasion of Parsi New Year Navroz, praising its rich heritage and longstanding contribution to India. President Murmu said Navroz symbolises “new beginnings and renewed hope” and reminds people of the values of coexistence and service to humanity. She highlighted the Parsi community’s sig...

August 15, 2026 1:57 AM

President Murmu confers distinguished, meritorious service medals on 16 RPF/RPSF personnel

President Droupadi Murmu has approved the conferment of the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) on 16 officers and personnel of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF) on the occasion of Independence Day 2026. Rajesh Lal, Assistant Security Commissioner at the Railway Board, has been awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service in recognition of his distinguished service. Fifteen other o...

August 14, 2026 11:19 PM

PM Modi hails President Murmu’s Independence Day address, says her message inspires renewed determination for Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday praised President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the nation on the eve of the 80th Independence Day, describing it as “motivating and thoughtful”. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "A motivating and thoughtful address by Rashtrapati Ji on the eve of Independence Day. Her thoughts reflect the strength of our nation and the aspirations of every Indian. Her message inspires us all to work with renewed determination for a Viksit Bharat." In her address, Presid...

August 14, 2026 7:16 PM

President Murmu extends greetings to citizens on eve of Parsi New Year Navroz

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday extended her greetings and best wishes to citizens in India and abroad, particularly members of the Parsi community, on the eve of Parsi New Year Navroz. In her message, the President described Navroz as a festival symbolising new beginnings and renewed hope, saying it reminds people of the values of co-existence and service to humanity. She highlighted the contribution of the Parsi community to India's development, particularly through its spirit of enterpri...