President Droupadi Murmu

February 24, 2026 8:28 PM

President Inaugurates ‘Saving Lives’ Campaign, Stresses Affordable Healthcare

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday inaugurated the nationwide campaign ‘Saving Lives and Building a Healthier Bharat’, organised by PD Hinduja Hospital, at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai. In her address, the President said the Government of India has taken several important steps over the past decade to ensure citizens remain healthy and have access to quality healthcare. Over 180,000 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs provide healthcare services across the country. Under Ayushman Bharat Yojana, the world’s ...

February 20, 2026 8:41 PM

UN Secretary General Guterres calls on President Murmu

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Friday called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. According to the President's Secretariat, the UN Secretary General appreciated India’s leadership role in convening the successful AI Impact Summit, and its longstanding collaboration with the United Nations in various fields. President Murmu welcomed the initiative of Secretary General Guterres to create a global scientif...

February 19, 2026 8:48 PM

President Murmu, President Aleksandar Vučić Eye Deeper Cooperation in AI, Manufacturing, Tourism

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday met President Aleksandar Vučić . The President expressed her gratitude to President Vučić and the Government of Serbia for the gracious hospitality extended during her visit, and noted that India and Serbia share a special bond rooted in their roles as co-founders of the Non-Aligned Movement. She emphasised that this enduring partnership continues to find relevance today, with both countries having an important role to play in advancing cooperation and s...

February 19, 2026 8:43 PM

President Murmu Welcomes Estonian President Karis, Stresses Shared AI, Cybersecurity Vision

President Droupadi Murmu met President Alar Karis of the Republic of Estonia on Thursday, welcoming him on his first visit to India as head of state and emphasising the warm and friendly relations between the two countries. The President described bilateral ties as firmly anchored in shared democratic values, respect for international law, and a common commitment to a rules-based global order. President Murmu highlighted Estonia’s significant contributions to the digital and AI domains, no...

February 19, 2026 8:39 PM

President Murmu, Slovak Leader Pellegrini Push AI-Digital Ties for Inclusive Growth

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday met President Peter Pellegrini at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where she welcomed him and recalled her state visit to the Slovak Republic last year. During the meeting, President Murmu expressed her appreciation for the gracious welcome and hospitality extended to her by President Pellegrini and the Slovak leadership during her visit. She appreciated President Pellegrini’s participation in the India AI Impact Summit 2026, describing it as a defining moment for Indi...

February 13, 2026 5:04 PM

President Murmu Launches ‘Karmayoga for Empowered Bharat’ Campaign

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday inaugurated an All-India Conference organised by the Brahma Kumaris spiritual organisation in New Delhi and launched its nationwide campaign “Karmayoga for Empowered Bharat,” while also inaugurating the silver jubilee celebrations of the group's Om Shanti Retreat Centre in Gurugram. Speaking at the event, President Murmu said every citizen can contribute to India's sustainable and holistic development by practising Karmayoga — the principle of selfless a...

February 9, 2026 10:23 PM

Piyush Goyal credits US Ambassador Gor for India-US trade deal, praises his “support and leadership”

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday credited US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor for the successful conclusion of the framework for the India-US interim trade agreement, praising his "support and personal leadership" in strengthening bilateral economic ties between the two countries. Speaking at a reception hosted at Ambassador Gor's residence in the national capital, the Commerce Minister said, "I must place on record that the trade deal would not have been possible but for his suppor...

February 5, 2026 9:42 AM

Seychelles President Arrives in India for State Visit

President of Seychelles Patrick Herminie arrived in India on Thursday on a State Visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit, which will continue until February 10, is his first trip to India since assuming office in October 2025 and comes as the two countries mark 50 years of diplomatic relations. The visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation across sectors. During his stay, President Herminie will meet President Droupadi Murmu and hold tal...

February 1, 2026 9:13 AM

‘Source of pride’: President Murmu greets Indian Coast Guard on 50th Raising Day

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended greetings to the Indian Coast Guard on the occasion of its 50th Raising Day, hailing the force for its vital role in safeguarding the nation’s maritime interests and ensuring safety at sea. The Indian Coast Guard, established on February 1, 1977, is a maritime law enforcement and search-and-rescue agency with jurisdiction over India’s territorial waters, including the contiguous zone and the exclusive economic zone. The force was initially pro...

January 27, 2026 9:05 AM

President Murmu hosts traditional ‘At Home’ reception on Republic Day

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday hosted the traditional ‘At Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, bringing together prominent dignitaries to mark the conclusion of the day’s celebrations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, European Council President Antonio Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and several other distinguished guests attended the reception. The ‘At Home’ event is a long-stan...