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August 4, 2026 9:34 PM

National Handloom Day: President Murmu to present Handloom Awards 2025 on Aug 7

President Droupadi Murmu will present the prestigious Handloom Awards 2025 during the National Handloom Day celebrations on August 7, recognising outstanding contributions to India's handloom sector and honouring artisans who have played a key role in preserving and promoting the country's rich weaving traditions. The event will be attended by Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh, senior government officials, representatives of the handloom industry, master weavers, designers, exporters, artis...

August 3, 2026 7:39 PM

President Murmu inaugurates Jagadguru Kripalu University in Cuttack, calls for value-based education to build Viksit Bharat

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday inaugurated Jagadguru Kripalu University in Cuttack and called upon higher educational institutions to nurture young talent through value-based education while fostering research, innovation and entrepreneurship to help realise the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Addressing the inaugural ceremony, the President said Odisha has long been a land of knowledge, culture, spirituality and public service. She noted that the sacred land of Mahaprabhu Jagannath has,...

August 2, 2026 3:53 PM

President Murmu flags off PBG Soldierathon, honours armed forces

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday virtually flagged off the President's Bodyguards (PBG) Soldierathon from the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, reaffirming support for the nation's Armed Forces and encouraging greater civilian participation in honouring military personnel. The ceremony was attended by General (Dr.) V.K. Singh (Retd.), Mizoram Governor, who is the patron of the initiative. On the occasion, the President also released a Special Postal Cover to commemorate the event. The race was...

August 2, 2026 12:33 PM

President Murmu to grace 12th National Handloom Day celebrations on August 7

The Ministry of Textiles will celebrate the 12th National Handloom Day on August 7, 2026, with a national function at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre (RBCC) in New Delhi to honour India's rich handloom heritage and recognise the contribution of the country's weaving community to cultural and economic development. President Droupadi Murmu will attend the event as the Chief Guest. Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh, Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita, Secretary (Textiles)...

July 31, 2026 6:52 PM

President Murmu calls grassroots innovation key to building Viksit Bharat

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said grassroots innovations have the potential to transform society by combining local experience, scientific thinking and creativity with social responsibility, asserting that India can emerge as a global powerhouse in grassroots innovation. The President made the remarks while interacting with a group of grassroots innovators associated with the Atal Innovation Mission at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. She also visited an exhibition showcasing their...

July 31, 2026 1:01 AM

PM Modi calls on President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President's Secretariat confirmed the meeting through a post on X, accompanied by photographs of the interaction. However, no official details were shared regarding the agenda or the issues discussed during the interaction. The meeting came against the backdrop of key national developments, including the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament and the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asi...

July 30, 2026 7:13 PM

President Murmu says Bastar moving on path of development as delegation calls on her

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said Bastar is moving on a new path of development with the combined efforts of the government and active participation of local people, as she urged tribal communities to preserve their cultural heritage while contributing to nation-building. The President made the remarks while interacting with a delegation from Bastar Mandal comprising winners of Bastar Pandum 2026, Pargana Manjhi and Chalaki of Bastar at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. Union Home...

July 28, 2026 11:26 PM

President Murmu launches new public-centric, green initiatives at Rashtrapati Bhavan to mark four years in office

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday launched a series of citizen-centric, sustainability-focused and heritage initiatives at Rashtrapati Bhavan to mark the completion of four years in office, reaffirming her vision of making the presidential estate more accessible, inclusive and reflective of India's democratic and cultural ethos. The initiatives, inaugurated during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, ranged from digital visitor services and child welfare facilities to green mobility projects and...

July 26, 2026 8:58 AM

President Murmu hails Indian Diaspora’s role in strengthening India-Romania ties during State Visit

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday lauded the Indian community in Romania for serving as a vital bridge between the two countries, describing the close bond between their peoples as the strongest pillar of India-Romania relations. Addressing members of the Indian diaspora and "Friends of India" at a reception hosted by the Ambassador of India to Romania in Bucharest on the concluding day of her three-nation State visit, the President said the achievements and contributions of overseas Indians...

July 25, 2026 8:43 PM

President Murmu accepts Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation; Pralhad Joshi gets additional charge of Education Ministry

President Droupadi Murmu, on the advice of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday accepted the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan from the Union Council of Ministers with immediate effect under Article 75(2) of the Constitution of India. The President has also, on the advice of the Prime Minister, directed that Union Cabinet Minister Pralhad Joshi be given additional charge of the Ministry of Education, in addition to his existing portfolio. Pradhan resigned from the Union...