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October 23, 2025 10:41 PM

President Murmu hails St. Thomas College’s 75-year legacy of learning and social justice

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday lauded St. Thomas College, Palai, for its 75-year-long contribution to Kerala’s higher education and social transformation, describing the institution as a workshop where “destinies are shaped.” Addressing the platinum jubilee celebrations, the President commended the college’s focus on holistic learning, sustainability, and inclusivity. “With its emphasis on intellectual pursuits guided by a moral compass, this college promotes the sanctity of li...

September 17, 2025 10:37 AM

PM Modi turns 75: President, Home Minister laud Prime Minister’s vision and leadership

Political leaders across the country on Wednesday extended greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday, lauding his leadership, vision and contribution to India’s growth. President Droupadi Murmu led the wishes, praising the Prime Minister’s dedication and transformative governance. In a post on X, she wrote, “Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to the Prime Minister of India, Shri @narendramodi ji. By exemplifying the pinnacle of hard work through your extraor...

September 2, 2025 3:24 PM

Banking sector crucial to India’s growth story: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday highlighted the pivotal role of the banking industry in India’s economic growth while addressing the 120th foundation day celebrations of City Union Bank in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Speaking at the event, the President said India is among the fastest-growing large economies in the world and the banking sector has been central to its growth journey. “The role of banks has expanded beyond financial transactions. They are not just custodians of wealth but provid...

September 3, 2025 11:35 AM

India must be self-reliant in assistive technologies for speech and hearing impairments: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday emphasized the need for India to become self-reliant in the development and manufacturing of assistive technologies for individuals with speech and hearing impairments. She made the remarks at the diamond jubilee celebrations of the All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH) in Karnataka's Mysuru and lauded the institute’s six decades of pioneering work in education, clinical services, and research in the field of communication disorders. The event, ...

August 13, 2025 11:04 PM

Singapore Deputy PM calls on President Murmu, strengthens India-Singapore ties

A Singaporean ministerial delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong, met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday. The delegation is in Delhi for the third meeting of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR). Welcoming the delegation, President Murmu highlighted the thriving India-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership despite global uncertainties. She recalled the State Visit of Singapore President Tharman Shanm...

August 4, 2025 2:26 PM

Shibu Soren’s demise a big loss in the realm of social justice: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu expressed sorrow over the passing of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) founder Shibu Soren, describing his demise as a “big loss” in the realm of social justice. Shibu Soren passed away at the age of 81 at New Delhi's Ganga Ram Hospital after a prolonged illness. Taking to X, President Murmu said, “The demise of Shri Shibu Soren Ji is a big loss in the space of social justice. He championed the cause of tribal identity and the forma...

July 25, 2025 5:14 PM

President Murmu Marks Three Years in Office with Key Citizen-Centric Initiatives

President Droupadi Murmu completed three years in office today, marking the occasion with the launch of several key initiatives aimed at enhancing accessibility, public engagement, and sustainability at Rashtrapati Bhavan. To commemorate the milestone, President Murmu participated in a series of programmes at the President’s Estate, highlighting her administration’s ongoing efforts to connect the institution with citizens and promote inclusivity. A significant announcement was the declarati...

July 13, 2025 1:38 PM

President Murmu nominates four members to Rajya Sabha; PM Modi extends best wishes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated four distinguished individuals nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu, lauding their contributions across diverse fields. President Murmu nominated them to Rajya Sabha on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers. The nominated members are Ujjwal Nikam, C. Sadanandan Master, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, and Dr. Meenakshi Jain. The notification, dated July 12, 2025, was issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. In a ...

July 8, 2025 8:33 PM

NCSC submits 2023-24 report to President Murmu, recommends steps for SC welfare

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) on Tuesday submitted its Annual Report for 2023–24 to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi. The delegation was led by NCSC Chairman Kishor Makwana, along with Members Love Kush Kumar and Vaddepalli Ramchander, and Secretary Gudey Srinivas, IAS. As mandated under Article 338 of the Constitution, the Commission presents an annual report to the President on the status of Constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Castes. Th...

June 30, 2025 9:04 AM

President Droupadi Murmu to visit UP today for AIIMS Gorakhpur convocation

President Droupadi Murmu is set to begin her two-day visit to Gorakhpur on Monday and will attend the first convocation ceremony of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Gorakhpur. According to the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), on July 1, she is scheduled to inaugurate Uttar Pradesh’s first AYUSH University in Pipri, Bhathat, a key initiative aimed at strengthening traditional medicine and holistic healthcare education in the state. This will be President Mu...