Bhubaneswar, Feb 3 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said universities have a special responsibility to act as catalysts of inclusive growth, innovation and social transformation. Addressing a gathering at the Convocation ceremony of Fakir Mohan University in Balasore district of Odisha, Murmu said that the growth, security and technological development of all sections of society will accelerate the country’s progress.”All universities in the country have a crucial role to play in this …
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Bhubaneswar, Feb 3 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu has arrived at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar on a six-day Odisha visit. The President was accorded a grand welcome at the Bhubaneswar airport on Monday evening.Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, along with other senior dignitaries welcomed President Murmu at the airport.Later, the President in a carcade amid tight security went to the Lok Seva Bhawan for the night stay.As per her vis…
Victoria/New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) Seychelles President Patrick Herminie will travel to India for a State Visit from February 5-10 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It will be Herminie’s first visit to India since assuming office in October last year, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday. During his visit, Herminie will meet President Droupadi Murmu and hold talks with PM Modi on bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest. Seychelles Pre…
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu will undertake a six-day visit to Odisha and Chhattisgarh from February 2 to 7, 2026, focusing on education, tribal welfare, cultural promotion, and developmental initiatives in tribal-dominated regions, a press communique has said. The President is scheduled to arrive in Bhubaneswar on the evening of February 2, marking the start of her itinerary in Odisha. On February 3, she will attend the convocation ceremony of Fakir Mohan University in Balas…
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday graced the opening of the Amrit Udyan Winter Annuals Edition 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the seasonal blooms and curated landscapes at the gardens.According to a press release issued by the President’s Secretariat, the Amrit Udyan of Rashtrapati Bhavan will be open for public viewing from February 3 to March 31. Visitors will be able to access the garden six days a week between 10 a.m. an…
Amroha, Feb 1 (IANS) An artist from Uttar Pradesh’s Amroha, Juhaib Khan, created a six-foot sketch of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on a wall as the Union Budget 2026 is being presented. Speaking to IANS, Juhaib Khan said, “I create paintings based on real events using charcoal. As the budget is being presented today and Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting it for the ninth time, I decided to make a six-foot sketch of her.”In the artwork, Khan has depicted wheat grains, a happy family, and a…
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Cabinet on Sunday approved the Union Budget 2026-27 during a meeting in Parliament chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.A meeting of the Union Cabinet was held at Sansad Bhawan at 10 a.m., and after the Cabinet’s approval, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proceeded to Parliament to present the Budget.Earlier, FM Sitharaman met President Droupadi Murmu and offered her a copy of the digital budget.The President also offered ‘dahi-cheeni’ (curd and sugar) to Sith…
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to citizens on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti, remarking that his message, rooted in equality and harmony, remains an eternal source of inspiration for society.In her post on X, she said, “I extend my heartfelt greetings to all my fellow citizens on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti. His message, rooted in equality and harmony, remains an eternal source of inspiration for society. By walking the path of …
New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) After the Union Home Minister slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not wearing the ‘gamosa’ presented to him by President Droupadi Murmu, leaders of the BJP and JD(U) backed Amit Shah on Saturday and said the incident revealed Gandhi’s alleged disregard and hatred towards the people of the Northeast and Assam. However, the Congress hit back by saying that even the Defence Minister had not worn the gamosa.The controversy erupted after Amit Shah, while addressing an …
Ayodhya, Jan 30 (IANS) Shri Ram Temple Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Mishra on Friday said that President of India Droupadi Murmu is likely to visit Ayodhya in March to offer prayers and have darshan of Lord Ram. While no official confirmation has been received yet, Mishra indicated that the President has informally conveyed her consent for the visit.Speaking to reporters, Mishra stated that members of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust had recently met with the President …