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February 17, 2026 1:21 PM

President Murmu inaugurates centenary celebrations of Ol Chiki Script

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday inaugurated the centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script at an event organised by the Ministry of Culture in New Delhi, highlighting its role as a powerful symbol of Santal identity and linguistic pride. Addressing the gathering, the President said the Santal community possesses a rich language, literature and culture. However, in the absence of its own script, the Santhali language was earlier written in Roman, Devanagari, Oriya and Bengali scripts. Memb...

February 11, 2026 10:43 AM

Sachin Tendulkar invites President Murmu, PM Modi to son Arjun’s wedding

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan to formally invite her to the wedding of his son, Arjun Tendulkar, and Saaniya Chandhok. The wedding is scheduled to take place in early March. Tendulkar was accompanied by his family and members of Saaniya’s family during the visit. Sharing a picture from the meeting on X, he said, “Last February, Hon’ble President Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji graciously hosted us at Rashtrapati Bhavan. We relived so...

February 6, 2026 8:59 PM

President Murmu calls for fintech to advance gender justice and social inclusion at Black Swan Summit in Bhubaneswar

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday underscored the need to ensure that technology, particularly fintech, becomes a powerful tool for social justice, gender equality and inclusion, rather than remaining limited to technological advancement alone. Addressing the Black Swan Summit, India, organised by the Government of Odisha in collaboration with the Global Finance and Technology Network in Bhubaneswar, the President said India’s fintech journey should be remembered not only as a story of innov...

February 4, 2026 8:41 PM

President Murmu inaugurates, lays foundation stones for development projects in Rairangpur, Odisha

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday inaugurated and laid foundation stones for a series of major developmental projects in Rairangpur, Odisha, aimed at strengthening education, healthcare, infrastructure and cultural facilities in the region. The President inaugurated the Information Technology Campus of Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University and laid the foundation stones for several key projects, including an AYUSH Hospital-cum-Ayurvedic College, an Odisha University of Agriculture a...

February 3, 2026 6:01 PM

President Murmu graces Fakir Mohan University convocation, highlights role of universities in inclusive growth

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday attended the convocation ceremony of Fakir Mohan University in Odisha's Balasore, and inaugurated the university’s newly built auditorium. Addressing students and faculty, the President underscored the vital role of universities in driving inclusive growth, innovation and social transformation. She said institutions of higher learning have a special responsibility to act as catalysts for societal progress by nurturing critical thinking, ethical leadership a...

February 1, 2026 5:31 PM

President Murmu opens Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan; entry for public from Feb 3

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday graced the opening of the Amrit Udyan Winter Annuals Edition 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The iconic gardens will be open for public viewing from February 3 to March 31, offering visitors a chance to experience one of the country’s most celebrated green spaces. The Amrit Udyan will be open six days a week, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the last entry permitted at 5 p.m. The gardens will remain closed on Mondays for maintenance and on March 4 on account of Holi...

January 28, 2026 3:36 PM

PM Modi praises President Murmu’s address at start of Budget Session, calls it roadmap for Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday praised President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the joint sitting of Parliament at the commencement of the Budget Session, describing it as inspiring, comprehensive and forward-looking. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the President’s address holds special importance in India’s parliamentary tradition as it outlines the policy direction and collective resolve that guide the nation’s development in the months ahead. PM Modi noted that the a...

January 28, 2026 3:29 PM

Budget Session: President Murmu highlights major gains in public healthcare

President Droupadi Murmu, in her ceremonial address to the joint sitting of Parliament at the commencement of the Budget Session, highlighted the Union government’s sustained focus on strengthening India’s public healthcare system, describing health and well-being as a central pillar of inclusive national development. Addressing members of both Houses, the President underscored that the government’s vision of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” places accessible, affordable and quality healthc...

January 28, 2026 5:11 PM

President Murmu addresses Parliament on opening day of Budget Session, calls 2026 pivotal for Viksit Bharat

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday delivered her address to the joint sitting of Parliament at the commencement of the Budget Session, outlining the government’s vision for building a Viksit Bharat and highlighting achievements across social justice, economic growth, infrastructure, national security, and global engagement. Describing the past decade as a strong foundation for India’s rapid progress, the President said the country has entered the second phase of the 21st century with con...

January 28, 2026 10:54 AM

President Murmu hosts EU leaders, hails India-EU FTA and shared democratic values

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday hosted António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking a historic moment in India-European Union relations. The two EU leaders were the Chief Guests at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations - the first time the European Union has participated in this capacity - underscoring the growing depth and trust in the India-EU Strategic Partnership. Welcoming the visiti...