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New Delhi, Jan 3 (IANS) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday met President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi and invited her to attend the state-level tribal cultural festival ‘Bastar Pandum 2026’ as the chief guest. Apart from apprising the President of development in the state’s tribal region, CM Sai told her that the festival will be organised in three phases, with the final phase scheduled to conclude in Bastar in February 2026, said an official statement.During the meeting…

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan called on President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday and exchanged warm New Year greetings.Radhakrishnan also greeted citizens on the New Year. “Warm greetings and best wishes to everyone on the New Year 2026. May the year ahead bring peace, good health, happiness, and prosperity to all, and strengthen our collective resolve to build a stronger and developed India,” he said in a message on social media.Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

Gumla (Jharkhand), Dec 30 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday called upon the tribal community, especially the youth, to remain rooted in their cultural heritage while embracing modern education, science, and technology for overall development.Addressing the inter-state socio-cultural gathering ‘Kartik Jatra’ at Raidih block in Jharkhand’s Gumla district, the President emphasised that preserving tribal identity and traditions is essential even as society progresses.”Education is the…

Jamshedpur, Dec 29 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday urged students to make their technical knowledge a tool for human welfare and inclusive nation-building while addressing the 15th convocation ceremony of the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jamshedpur, as the chief guest.She said a convocation ceremony is not merely a celebration of academic success but an occasion to take new resolutions in life.“Success should not be measured by high positions or achievements alone, but by …

Jamshedpur, Dec 29 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday called for the preservation of traditional knowledge, language, culture, and tribal identity at the centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script of Santhali at the Dishom Jaherthan place of worship complex in Karandih in Jharkhand’s East Singhbhum district.Paying tribute to Pandit Raghunath Murmu, the creator of the Ol Chiki script, the President described his work as foundational to the cultural self-respect and identity of the Santh…

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday extended warm greetings to the nation on the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh, remembering the tenth Sikh Guru’s indomitable courage, wisdom and lifelong commitment to justice, righteousness and human dignity.In a post on X, President Murmu said, “Warm greetings to all on the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji! With indomitable courage and rare sagacity he inspired people …

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu will begin a four-day visit to Goa, Karnataka and Jharkhand from Saturday, an official said.She will leave for Goa on Saturday evening. On Sunday, the President will undertake a sea sortie aboard a submarine from Karwar Harbour in Karnataka.The following day, December 29, the President will grace the centenary celebrations of Ol Chiki at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. On the same day, she will also address the 15th convocation ceremony of NIT, Jamshedpur…

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a courtesy visit to President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Friday, in what appears to be a routine interaction between the nation’s top constitutional offices. The Rashtrapati Bhavan officially announced the meeting through a post on X, saying: “Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.”The social media post was accompanied by photos showing the Prime Minister and the Presi…

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Friday presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 20 children from 18 states and union territories, recognising their exceptional achievements and contributions in various fields, including art, culture, sports and innovation. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu extended her blessings to the awardees and congratulated their families.“I extend my blessings to all the children. These young achievers have brought pride to thei…

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday praised the release of the Constitution of India in the Santhali language, calling it a “commendable effort” that would strengthen constitutional awareness and democratic participation among tribal communities. Replying to a post by President Droupadi Murmu on X, the Prime Minister said, “A commendable effort! The Constitution in Santhali language will help deepen constitutional awareness and democratic participation. India is…