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November 13, 2025 10:28 AM

President Murmu addresses Botswana’s National Assembly, calls for stronger India-Africa partnership

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday addressed the National Assembly of Botswana in Gaborone, becoming the first Indian Head of State to do so. In her historic address, President Murmu highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between India and Botswana and called for closer cooperation between the two countries in areas such as education, health, technology, renewable energy, trade, and human resource development. The President was received at the Parliament by Speaker Dithapelo L. Keorapetse, D...

November 12, 2025 9:43 AM

President Murmu attends Angola’s 50th Independence Day event, reaches Botswana for state visit

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday participated in the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of Angola’s independence in Luanda, at the invitation of Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço. The event, held at Praça da República, featured a grand ceremony showcasing Angola’s military and cultural heritage. President Murmu joined Lourenço and other dignitaries in witnessing the colourful display commemorating five decades of Angola’s independence. Following the ceremon...

November 9, 2025 11:42 AM

PM Modi, President Murmu extend greetings on 25th anniversary of Uttarakhand’s formation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended greetings to the people of Uttarakhand on the 25th anniversary of the state’s formation, lauding its progress and contribution to India’s spiritual and cultural heritage. Uttarakhand, often referred to as Devbhoomi (the land of Gods), was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on November 9, 2000, becoming the 27th state of India. The day marks a milestone in the state’s journey from a people’s movement to a model of bala...

November 7, 2025 12:06 PM

‘Vande Mataram’ a timeless symbol of unity: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday commemorated the 150th anniversary of India’s national song, Vande Mataram, describing it as a timeless symbol of national unity and patriotism. In a post on X, the President said, “In the nineteenth century, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay composed the immortal song Vande Mataram against the backdrop of the Sannyasi Rebellion against British rule. Since the time of the 1905 Swadeshi Movement, it has served as a source of inspiration for one and all. This son...

November 4, 2025 5:02 PM

President Murmu extends greetings on eve of Guru Nanak Jayanti

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday extended her greetings to fellow citizens on the eve of Guru Nanak Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. "On the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad, especially our Sikh brothers and sisters," the President said in her message. "This occasion inspires us to adopt the ideals and values of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and guides us towards bu...

November 4, 2025 2:04 PM

President Murmu attends Kumaun University convocation, urges students to dedicate education to nation-building

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday attended the 20th convocation ceremony of Kumaun University in Nainital, Uttarakhand, where she called upon students to use their education for the betterment of society and the nation. Addressing the gathering, the President said education is the foundation of national development and must not only enhance intellect and skills but also build moral strength and character. “Education not only makes us self-reliant but also teaches us humility and the importa...

November 3, 2025 2:21 PM

President Murmu addresses Uttarakhand Assembly on silver jubilee of state’s formation

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday addressed a special session of the Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly in Dehradun on the occasion of the silver jubilee of the state’s formation, lauding its progress in human development, governance, and women empowerment over the past 25 years. In her address, President Murmu described legislative assemblies as a key pillar of India’s parliamentary democracy, emphasizing that constant public accountability is both its greatest strength and challenge. “Le...

November 2, 2025 1:55 PM

President Murmu urges students to uphold India’s knowledge traditions at University of Patanjali convocation

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday attended the second convocation ceremony of the University of Patanjali in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, where she lauded the institution’s efforts in promoting India’s ancient knowledge systems through modern education. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu highlighted India’s rich spiritual and intellectual heritage, noting that great personalities such as Maharishi Patanjali made invaluable contributions to human civilization. “Maharishi Patanjali, the...

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...