Droupadi Murmu
President of India since 2022
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Droupadi Murmu is an Indian politician who has been serving as the president of India since 2022. She won the 2022 presidential election as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate. She is the first person belonging to a tribal community and also the second woman, after Pratibha Patil, to hold the office. She is also the youngest person to occupy the post and the first president born in independent India.
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'Must unite for legal battle': Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to non-BJP states, accuses Centre of plotting against SC's governor verdict with Presidential referenceTamil Nadu CM MK Stalin urged non-BJP ruled states to unite against the Centre's alleged attempt to undermine the Supreme Court's verdict regarding the Governor's role. President Murmu sought SC's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Jnanpith Award conferred on Gulzar, RambhadracharyaPresident Droupadi Murmu presented the 58th Jnanpith Award to Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and poet-lyricist Gulzar for their contributions to literature. Rambhadracharya, a renowned..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Intend to paralyse non-BJP states': Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin hits out at Centre after President Murmu questions SC's governor judgementTamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has strongly criticized the Centre's Presidential reference regarding governors' powers, deeming it an attempt to undermine the Constitution and paralyze non-BJP state..IndiaTimes - Published | |
President Droupadi Murmu asks SC 14 questions on deadline ruling on state Bills, know what these areArticle 201 outlines the President's authority and process for assenting to or withholding assent from Bills, but it does not impose any deadlines or procedures for the exercise of these constitutional..DNA - Published | |
CJI writes to President Murmu, PM Modi on cash found at Justice Verma's houseCJI Sanjiv Khanna has escalated the cash discovery case linked to Justice Yashwant Verma, writing to President Murmu and PM Modi. This follows a damning report confirming a large sum of cash was found..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Who is Justice BR Gavai? 52nd Chief Justice of India set to take oath on May 14Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was appointed as the 52nd Chief Justice of India. He will succeed Justice Sanjiv Khanna. President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath on May 14. Justice Gavai's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
India united, strong due to statute: Justice GavaiJustice B.R. Gavai emphasized the Constitution's pivotal role in maintaining India's unity and stability over the past 75 years, despite challenges. He lauded B.R. Ambedkar's contribution to uplifting..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Serious injustice': Rahul Gandhi urges President Murmu to step in amid Bengal teachers job rowRahul Gandhi has urged President Murmu to intervene in the West Bengal teacher recruitment controversy, following the cancellation of over 25,000 appointments due to irregularities. He highlighted the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
President Murmu arrives in Lisbon for four-day visit to Portugal and SlovakiaPresident Droupadi Murmu's historic four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia aims to deepen diplomatic relations and multifaceted engagement with these countries. The visit commemorates 50 years..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Waqf Bill becomes law: President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025IndiaTimes - Published | President has withheld nod to TN bill on NEET-based admissions: StalinA new dispute has arisen over President Droupadi Murmu withholding assent to Tamil Nadu's bill for MBBS admissions based on Class XII marks instead of NEET scores. Chief Minister M K Stalin criticized..IndiaTimes - Published |
Ready to walk tough road to rebuild China ties: Foreign secretary Vikram MisriOn the 75th anniversary of Sino-Indian diplomatic relations, Indian leaders PM Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu and their Chinese counterparts Xi Jinping and Li Qiang exchanged messages...IndiaTimes - Published | 'May this festival enhance spirit of hope, harmony': PM Modi & President Murmu extend Eid greetingsIndiaTimes - Published |
President Murmu, PM Modi send greetings on Bangladesh's Independence DayPresident Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to Bangladesh on their 54th Independence Day, emphasizing the shared history and bilateral partnership. They reiterated..IndiaTimes - Published | New Zealand PM arrives in Delhi for Raisina Dialogue, to meet PM Modi and President MurmuIndiaTimes - Published |
Watch: Video of New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon playing holi goes viralA video of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon celebrating Holi at ISKCON Auckland has resurfaced online. Luxon, set to visit India from March 16-20, aims to enhance trade and investment ties...IndiaTimes - Published | 'Will deepen the colours of unity': PM Modi extends Holi wishesPrime Minister Narendra Modi, President Draupadi Murmu, Union home minister Amit Shah, and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi extended their Holi greetings, emphasizing themes of unity, harmony, progress, and..IndiaTimes - Published |
President Murmu, PM Modi, Rajnath Singh hail India's victory in Champions TrophyIndia clinched their third ICC Champions Trophy with a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in Dubai. Key performances from captain Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, and spinners Varun Chakravarthy..IndiaTimes - Published | Need to change mindset on hiring women, says President Droupadi MurmuIndiaTimes - Published |
'Backbone of our society': President Murmu, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi extend Women's Day wishesPresident Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Amit Shah extend their greetings on International Women's Day, highlighting the significant contributions and achievements of..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Rediscover forgotten knowledge': President Murmu urges research on India’s scientific legacyIndiaTimes - Published |
Watch: Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad AL Thani receives ceremonial welcome in presence of PM Modi, President Murmu at Rashtrapati BhavanIndiaTimes - Published | Who is Vivek Joshi? Newly appointed election commissionerVivek Joshi, a 1989-batch Haryana-cadre IAS officer, has been appointed as the election commissioner. The decision, made by a selection committee chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and including..IndiaTimes - Published |
Meet Poonam Gupta, CRPF officer, who got married at Rashtrapati Bhavan in historic ceremony, watch herePresident Murmu also attended the event, blessing the couple on their special dayDNA - Published | TMC MPs urge President Murmu to expedite tough anti-rape Aparajita BillIndiaTimes - Published |
Expecting 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' from Congress will be huge mistake: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha -Top quotesPrime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress in his speech at Rajya Sabha, warning that expecting development and inclusion from the party is a mistake. He praised President Draupadi Murmu's..IndiaTimes - Published | UNGA president Philemon Yang to arrive in India today on 4-day visitUNGA president Philemon Yang will visit India for four days at the invitation of external affairs minister S Jaishankar. They will discuss key multilateral and regional issues, and Yang will also meet..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP MPs file Breach of Privilege notice against Sonia Gandhi, Pappu Yadav over 'derogatory' remarks on President Droupadi MurmuBJP MPs have submitted a notice against Sonia Gandhi for allegedly using derogatory remarks about the President of India, asking for disciplinary action. The BJP claimed her comments violated..IndiaTimes - Published | Complaint filed against Sonia, Rahul, and Priyanka Gandhi over remarks on President MurmuCongress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra face a complaint over alleged disrespectful remarks about President Droupadi Murmu. The BJP demands an apology, accusing them of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Sonia Gandhi's 'poor thing' remark triggers BJP-Congress slugfest over 'disrespect to President'Sonia Gandhi's "poor thing" remark about President Murmu sparked controversy, with the BJP blaming Congress for disrespecting the President. PM Modi accused Congress of elitism and undermining..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Insult to 10 Crore Tribals': PM Modi criticizes Congress for 'Poor Thing' remark on President Droupadi MurmuPM Modi criticized Congress over Sonia Gandhi's "poor thing" remark on President Droupadi Murmu, calling it an insult to the tribal community.DNA - Published |
'Could hardly speak, poor thing': Sonia Gandhi on President Murmu's address ahead of Budget sessionSonia Gandhi expressed concern over President Droupadi Murmu's apparent fatigue during her Budget session address. President Murmu highlighted India's economic progress, paid tribute to former PM..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Third term govt witnessing work at three times speed of previous ones,' says President Murmu, ahead of budget 2025President Droupadi Murmu addressed Parliament and highlighted the third term of the current administration. She mentioned that the government is working faster and has taken significant decisions. The..IndiaTimes - Published |
RG Kar victim's parents call on West Bengal governor, submit representation seeking justiceThe parents of the victim in Kolkata's RG Kar rape and murder have met West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose, requesting the governor to take up their grievances with President Droupadi Murmu and Union..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Soul of India': PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on death anniversaryLeading political figures, including President Murmu, PM Modi, and Home Minister Amit Shah, gathered at Rajghat to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi on the anniversary of his assassination. Tributes..IndiaTimes - Published |
First part of Budget session likely to be held between Jan 31 & Feb 13Parliament's Budget session will commence from Jan 31 to Feb 13, with the budget presentation on Feb 1 by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The session starts with President Droupadi Murmu's..IndiaTimes - Published | Parliament Budget Session to begin from January 31 to April 4The Parliamentary Budget session will begin on January 31 and run until April 4, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Union Budget 2025. President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint..IndiaTimes - Published |
Budget session likely between January 31 and April 4Parliament's Budget Session will commence on January 31 with President Droupadi Murmu's address and continue until February 13, with the presentation of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's eighth..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi, President Murmu extend wishes on 77th Army Day; know why it is celebrated on January 15In a message to the soldiers on the occasion of Army Day 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the brave hearts and said the nation is proud of their "indomitable courage and sacrifice."DNA - Published |
'Happy 2025': President Murmu, PM Modi, LoP Rahul Gandhi extend New Year greetingsPresident Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi extended new year greetings to everyone through posts on their respective social media..DNA - Published | 'Success, endless joy': PM Modi extends New Year wishes for a prosperous 2025Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu extend New Year greetings for 2025, emphasizing opportunities, health and prosperity. Celebrations occur nationwide with parties, cultural..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Opportunity to march forward with renewed vigour to fulfil wishes': President Murmu extends New Year greetingsPresident Droupadi Murmu extended New Year's Eve greetings, urging citizens to work towards unity and excellence. Highlighting the new year as a time for fresh hopes and aspirations, she encouraged..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Will always be remembered for service to nation': President Droupadi Murmu pays tribute to former PM Manmohan SinghPresident Draupadi Murmu paid tribute to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 92. Singh, who served as Prime Minister in 2004 and 2009, was known for his contributions..IndiaTimes - Published |
Farm groups oppose the draft national policy framework on agriculture marketing, seeks President Murmu's intervention to resolve multiple issuesThe Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) requests President Droupadi Murmu's intervention regarding the draft national policy framework on agriculture marketing, which faces opposition for potentially..IndiaTimes - Published | President , PM Modi lead nation in paying tribute to Atal on 100th birth anniversaryPresident Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, and other dignitaries honored former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his birth centenary at 'Sadaiv Atal'. Tributes highlighted his influence on Indian politics..IndiaTimes - Published |
Mumbai boat accident: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for victimsA tragic boat collision near Mumbai claimed 13 lives and injured several others on Wednesday. A Navy vessel collided with a passenger ferry, leading to a major rescue operation. Prime Minister Modi and..IndiaTimes - Published | AI can be misused, climate change a new threat to rights: President MurmuPresident Murmu addressed the National Human Rights Commission on Human Rights Day, highlighting AI's growing influence and potential misuse. She emphasized emerging human rights threats like..IndiaTimes - Published |
