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April 27, 2026 9:52 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan hails Andhra University’s legacy at centenary celebrations

Vice President India C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday described Andhra University as a “melting pot of ideas and leadership” while addressing its centenary celebrations in Visakhapatnam. Speaking at the event, VP Radhakrishnan said the university has played a pivotal role in shaping generations of students over the past 100 years and contributing significantly to nation-building. He noted that the institution has not only witnessed history but actively participated in shaping it. Recalling th...

April 21, 2026 4:46 PM

‘With great power comes great responsibility’: Vice President Radhakrishnan urges civil servants to uphold integrity and innovation

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday called upon civil servants to uphold the highest standards of integrity, innovation, and public service, stating that “with great power comes great responsibility,” while addressing the 18th Civil Services Day celebrations at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. Extending his greetings to serving and retired officers, the Vice President recalled how Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel had described civil servants as the “steel frame of India” in 1947. He noted ...

April 21, 2026 10:40 AM

Vice President Radhakrishnan to address Civil Services Day event today

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will address the 18th Civil Services Day event today at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The event, organised by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, will bring together senior government officials from across the country to reflect on governance and public service. The Civil Services Day is observed annually as an occasion for the Civil Servants across India to rededicate t...

April 15, 2026 3:55 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan calls for harnessing AI for inclusive governance at IIPA lecture

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday underscored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance, describing it as a powerful tool to build an inclusive, efficient and future-ready India. Delivering the 5th Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Lecture on “AI for Good Governance” at the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) during its 72nd Founders’ Day celebrations, V-P Radhakrishnan said, “Artificial Intelligence is empowering governments to ser...

April 12, 2026 7:20 PM

Vice President calls for blending science with tradition to transform tribal lives

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday inaugurated a conference on “Transformation of Tribal Lives through Science and Technological Interventions – Preserving Language, Faith and Culture” at Bharat Mandapam, stressing that modern development and cultural preservation must go hand in hand. Organised by the Department of Science and Technology in collaboration with the North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach and ITITI Doon Sanskriti School, the conference highlighted h...

April 10, 2026 4:20 PM

Rajya Sabha Chairman administers oath to Nitish Kumar, Harivansh in Parliament

Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday administered the oath of office to newly elected member Nitish Kumar and newly nominated member Harivansh Narayan Singh at the Parliament House. Nitish Kumar, representing Bihar, took the oath in Hindi after being elected to the Rajya Sabha. His induction marks a significant transition in his political career as he moves from state politics to the national legislature. Harivansh Narayan Singh, who was recently nominated to the Upper House, als...

April 9, 2026 7:18 PM

‘Watan Ko Jano’ programme: J&K youth delegation meets Vice President Radhakrishnan

A 250-member youth delegation from Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday called on Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan at Uprashtrapati Bhavan. The delegation is part of the ‘Watan Ko Jano’ initiative, a programme organised by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir administration, aimed at enabling young people from the region to explore different parts of the country and strengthen their sense of national identity. Interacting with the students, the Vice Pre...

April 7, 2026 5:54 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan addresses IGNOU’s 39th convocation; over 3.2 lakh learners awarded degrees

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday addressed the 39th Convocation of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) in New Delhi, where more than 3.2 lakh learners were conferred degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Describing IGNOU as a cornerstone of inclusive and accessible higher education, the Vice President highlighted its vast reach, noting that the university currently has over 14 lakh learners. He pointed out that 56 per cent of them are women, while 58 per cent come from ru...

April 6, 2026 5:59 PM

V-P Radhakrishnan calls for innovation, social responsibility at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology convocation

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday urged students to embrace innovation, uphold integrity, and contribute to nation-building while addressing the 8th convocation ceremony of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology in Murthal, Sonepat. Paying tribute to Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, the Vice President described him as a visionary leader who worked tirelessly for the upliftment of farmers and marginalised communities. He said Chhotu Ram’s emphasis on cooperative institut...

April 5, 2026 2:11 PM

Meditation key to inner transformation and global peace: Vice President Radhakrishnan

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday underscored the transformative power of meditation, describing it as a pathway to inner peace, clarity and holistic living, while addressing the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders in New Delhi. The conference, held at Bharat Mandapam, brought together meditation practitioners, spiritual leaders and policymakers from across the world. It was organised by the Pyramid Spiritual Societies Movement and the Buddha-CEO Quantum Foundation. Congratulati...