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October 29, 2025 2:52 PM

President Droupadi Murmu takes sortie in Rafale fighter jet at Ambala Air Force Station

President Droupadi Murmu took a sortie in a Rafale fighter aircraft at the Air Force Station in Ambala on Wednesday, becoming the first President of India to have flown in two fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF). In 2023, she had taken a sortie in a Sukhoi-30 MKI aircraft. The Ambala Air Force Station holds special significance as it was the first base to receive the Rafale jets from Dassault Aviation’s facility in France. The President, who is the Supreme Commander of the Indian ...

October 28, 2025 10:38 PM

President Murmu to take sortie in Rafale on Oct 29

President Droupadi Murmu will take a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet in Haryana's Ambala on Wednesday. "The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, will visit Ambala, Haryana tomorrow where she will take a sortie in Rafale," said a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. On April 8, 2023, the President took a sortie in a Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter aircraft at the Tezpur Air Force Station, Assam. Earlier in the day, President Murmu inaugurated the opening plenary of the Eighth Session...

October 28, 2025 3:23 PM

President Murmu inaugurates eighth session of International Solar Alliance Assembly

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday inaugurated the opening plenary of the Eighth Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly in New Delhi, calling upon member countries to link solar energy with job creation, women’s empowerment, rural livelihoods, and digital inclusion. In her address, President Murmu described the ISA as “a symbol of humanity’s shared aspiration - to harness solar energy as a source of inclusion, dignity, and collective prosperity.” She said that clima...

October 24, 2025 3:22 PM

President Murmu attends centenary celebrations of St. Teresa’s college in Kerala’s Ernakulam

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday attended the centenary celebrations of St. Teresa’s College in Ernakulam, Kerala, and lauded the institution’s century-long contribution to women’s education and social transformation. Speaking on the occasion, the President commended St. Teresa’s College for its “steadfast commitment to spiritual values,” saying that the college has played a vital role in empowering women and advancing nation-building. “We should deeply acknowledge the vision an...

October 23, 2025 11:38 AM

President Murmu unveils bust of former President K.R. Narayanan at Raj Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday unveiled the bust of former President K.R. Narayanan at Raj Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu described K.R. Narayanan’s life as “a story of courage, perseverance, and self-belief,” highlighting how he rose from humble beginnings to occupy the highest constitutional office in the country. She said Narayanan’s academic excellence and dedication reflected the transformative power of education and determination. Befo...

October 16, 2025 10:35 PM

President Murmu calls for stronger voice for nations contributing to UN peacekeeping

Chiefs and Vice-Chiefs of Army from countries contributing troops to the United Nations (UN), participating in the Army Chiefs’ Conclave for United Nations Troop Contributing Countries, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday. The military leaders, accompanied by their spouses, were praised by the President for their nations' commitment to global peace. Addressing the participants, President Murmu emphasized the need for collective action among troop contributing ...

October 15, 2025 1:28 PM

President Murmu hosts Mongolian President; India-Mongolia relations strengthened

President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday hosted Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, President of Mongolia, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. A banquet was also held in honour of the visiting dignitary as part of his official visit, which marks the 70th anniversary of India-Mongolia diplomatic relations. Welcoming President Khurelsukh and his delegation, President Murmu highlighted the shared cultural heritage and democratic values that form the foundation of India-Mongolia relations. She referred to Mongolia as a �...

October 10, 2025 9:50 PM

President Murmu offers prayers at Gujarat’s Somnath Temple, interacts with tribal communities at Gir

President Droupadi Murmu, who is on a three-day visit to Gujarat, offered prayers at Somnath Temple, paid floral tributes at the statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and interacted with members of the tribal community at Gir National Park in Sasan Gir on Thursday. The President began her day with Darshan and Puja at the historic Somnath Temple. Following this, she visited Gir National Park, home to the Asiatic lion, where she met and interacted with local tribal communities, including members of...

October 8, 2025 6:14 PM

President Murmu to visit Gujarat from October 9 to 11

President Droupadi Murmu will embark on a three-day visit to Gujarat from October 9 to 11, 2025. During the visit, she will offer prayers at iconic temples, interact with tribal communities, and participate in an important academic ceremony. The President is scheduled to arrive in Rajkot on the evening of October 9. On October 10, she will visit Somnath Temple to perform Darshan and Aarti. Later in the day, she will proceed to Gir National Park, where she will interact with members of the loca...

October 7, 2025 5:56 PM

President Murmu interacts with faculty and course members of 65th National Defence College Course

President Droupadi Murmu interacted with the faculty and course members of the 65th National Defence College (NDC) Course at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, addressing senior officers from the Indian Armed Forces, Civil Services, and 32 friendly foreign countries. Welcoming the participants, the President said that such a diverse group of senior officers could play a crucial role in strengthening bonds of mutual and international cooperation. She lauded the National Defence College for conductin...