Prez murmu | DD News

May 28, 2026 2:16 PM

President Murmu presents President’s Police Colour to Sikkim Police in Gangtok

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday presented the prestigious ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Police at a ceremony held in Gangtok, recognising the force’s distinguished service and contribution towards maintaining peace, security, and justice in the Himalayan state. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu congratulated all past and present officers and personnel of the Sikkim Police for the honour. She noted that since its establishment in 1897, the force has play...

May 25, 2026 9:07 PM

Harmanpreet Kaur honoured with Padma Shri for contributions to Indian cricket

India women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur was on Monday conferred the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu in recognition of her contribution to Indian cricket and leadership in guiding the Women in Blue to major international success, including a World Cup triumph on home soil. She was among a select group of sportspersons honoured this year, alongside India men’s captain Rohit Sharma, making them the only two cricketers in the 2026 Padma Shri list. The first Civil Investiture...

April 22, 2026 1:32 PM

We remain resolute in our determination to defeat terrorism: President Murmu on Pahalgam attack anniversary

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday paid tribute to the victims on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack. In a post on X, President Murmu said, "I pay heartfelt tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. The tragic loss of innocent lives in that heinous act remains etched in our collective memory. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families. The entire nation stands with them." "Such acts of terror cannot deter our unwavering commitment to peace and u...

March 22, 2026 12:05 PM

‘Best wishes for a golden future’: PM Modi, President Murmu on Bihar Diwas

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday led the nation in extending greetings on the occasion of Bihar Day, highlighting the state’s rich historical legacy and its continued contribution to India’s development. In a post on X, President Murmu said, “Heartfelt greetings on Bihar Day to all the people of Bihar residing in the country and abroad. As the land of the world’s first republic, and the birthplace of glorious empires and great cultural and spiritual traditions, this soil has always en...

March 7, 2026 12:37 PM

President Murmu to attend International Women’s Day event at Manekshaw Centre

President Droupadi Murmu will attend a national-level celebration of International Women’s Day at the Manekshaw Centre in the national capital on March 8, the Ministry of Women and Child Development said on Saturday. The event, organised by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), will bring together women from diverse fields to highlight their contributions across sectors and the government’s commitment to advancing women-led development. Union Minister for Women and Child Deve...

February 25, 2026 3:38 PM

President Murmu inaugurates National Arogya Fair 2026 at Shegaon, highlights role of AYUSH in holistic healthcare

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday inaugurated the National Arogya Fair 2026 at Shegaon in Buldhana district of Maharastra and underscored the invaluable contribution of AYUSH systems of medicine to citizens’ health. During the event, the President also felicitated six senior Vaidyas for their significant contribution to the field of AYUSH healthcare. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu said that in Indian tradition, overall health is regarded as the greatest happiness and that heal...

January 29, 2026 10:19 PM

Operation Sindoor, AR Rahman’s ‘Jai Ho’ spice up Beating Retreat experience

Operation Sindoor took centre stage as massed bands of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force and paramilitary forces performed patriotic tunes, including Vande Mataram and A.R. Rahman’s ‘Jai Ho’, during Beating Retreat 2026 on Thursday, leaving the audience yearning for more. Illuminated attire worn by performers, digital coloured LED panels on drums and instruments, and special formations by band members at Vijay Chowk — including depictions of Operation Sindoor and the decommissioned MiG-2...

January 26, 2026 8:28 AM

PM Modi hails President Murmu’s inspiring Republic Day eve address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the inspiring address delivered by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of Republic Day. The Prime Minister said that the President aptly highlighted the uniqueness of India’s Constitution and appreciated the collective spirit that has carried the nation forward. He noted that her address motivates every citizen to reaffirm their commitment to strengthening democracy, upholding constitutional ideals, and building a Viksit Bharat. In a post on X, the Prime ...

January 26, 2026 7:36 AM

President Droupadi Murmu approves conferment of 131 Padma Awards

The Padma Awards for 2026 were announced on Saturday, with President Droupadi Murmu approving the conferment of 131 civilian honours, including two duo cases, on the eve of Republic Day. The Padma Awards, among the highest civilian honours in the country, are conferred in three categories — Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. They recognise distinguished service across a wide range of fields, including art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, m...

December 26, 2025 3:15 PM

Vaibhav Suryavanshi receives PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from President Murmu; BCCI congratulates

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on India’s 14-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his outstanding achievements in domestic and Under-19 cricket. The President presented the awards to children for exceptional accomplishments in the fields of Bravery, Social Service, Environment, Sports, Art and Culture, and Science and Technology at a ceremony held in the national capital. Congratulating the awardees, President Murmu said, �...