Prez Murmu unveils statue of C Rajagopalachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan
The bust of C Rajagopalachari, at the Grand Open Staircase near Ashok Mandap opposite to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, replaces the bust of Edwin Lutyens.
The bust of C Rajagopalachari, at the Grand Open Staircase near Ashok Mandap opposite to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, replaces the bust of Edwin Lutyens.
Explore the vibrant moments from Bastar Pandum 2026 in Jagdalpur as President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the three‑day tribal festival showcasing Bastar’s dances, music, crafts, cuisine, and artistic traditions.
Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary (ER), in the ministry, told reporters that the President's visit to the two African nations, the first by an Indian Head of State, is part of efforts to increase India's engagement with countries in Africa. The visit will focus on cooperation in areas such as politics, trade and economy.
The President hailed India's transition to a democracy, calling it a "natural reflection of our ancient democratic ethos."
Sonu Nigam dazzles at Rashtrapati Bhavan Diwas, performing at the newly inaugurated Open Air Theatre, despite a recent painful back spasm.
Mohammad Sharif, who had won the Padma award for performing the last rites of over 25,000 unclaimed bodies, pleaded in his petition to President Kovind since he is on death bed, the Padma medallion is delivered to his doorstep so that he can take a glimpse before he dies.
'Unlike every year, this Independence Day won't be celebrated with pomp and show,' the President said.
Yesterday, Pranab Mukherjee underwent brain surgery to remove a clot at the Army Research & Referral Hospital and is on ventilator support after the procedure.
During a brief interactive session, the nurses offered rakhis to the President and also narrated their experience in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu also wished the nation on the eve of the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
