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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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 | |
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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 |
President Murmu attends Navy Day celebration at Odisha's PuriPresident Droupadi Murmu attended the Navy Day celebration at Puri Beach, Odisha, commending the Indian Navy's service and sacrifice. She highlighted India's rich maritime heritage and the Navy's role..IndiaTimes - Published | Indian Navy's Power on Display: Odisha hosts Navy Day operational spectacleThis high-profile event will witness the presence of the Hon'ble President of India and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, as the Chief Guest.DNA - Published |
Samvidhan Diwas in Parliament: BJP posts clips, accuses Rahul Gandhi of not greeting President Murmu at meetThe BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly not greeting President Droupadi Murmu at the Constitution Day event in Parliament. Videos circulating online show Gandhi taking his seat before the..IndiaTimes - Published | Constitution a living document driving social justice, says President Droupadi MurmuPresident Murmu addressed a joint parliamentary session on Constitution Day, emphasizing its role in achieving social justice and inclusive development. She urged the executive, legislature, and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'What a cheap mentality': BJP alleges Rahul Gandhi 'did not greet President' at Constitution Day eventBJP leader Amit Malviya criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly not greeting President Droupadi Murmu at the 75th Constitution Day event. Malviya questioned Gandhi's behavior, highlighting Murmu's tribal..IndiaTimes - Published | President Murmu unveils commemorative coin to mark 75 years of ConstitutionPresident Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 75th-anniversary celebrations of the Indian Constitution at the old Parliament building. She released a commemorative coin and stamp, unveiled Sanskrit and..IndiaTimes - Published |
JP Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge lock horns over Manipur issue, Congress calls BJP leader's letter 'full of falsehoods'JP Nadda on Friday accused the Congress of pushing an "incorrect, false and politically" motivated narrative on the issue of Manipur unrest, as he hit back at Kharge for seeking President Droupadi..DNA - Published | Manipur violence: Mallikarjun Kharge urges President Murmu to 'intervene immediately to protect lives'Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has penned a letter to President Draupadi Murmu, urging her intervention in the Manipur crisis. Kharge criticizes both the central and state governments for..IndiaTimes - Published |
K Sanjay Murthy appointed next Comptroller and Auditor GeneralPresident Droupadi Murmu has appointed K Sanjay Murthy, the current higher education secretary, as the new Comptroller and Auditor General. Murthy, a 1989-batch IAS officer, will succeed G C Murmu, who..IndiaTimes - Published | Amid Jharkhand polls, PM to kick off Birsa Munda birthday eventsPrime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the 150th birth anniversary celebrations of tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda in Bihar on Friday. The event will include the inauguration of development..IndiaTimes - Published |
Sister and brother command warships for the first time in Indian NavyCommander Prerna Deosthalee and her brother, Commander Ishan Deosthalee, are making history in the Indian Navy by simultaneously commanding different warships. Prerna, the first woman to command a..IndiaTimes - Published | Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India, will have 6-month tenureJustice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as India's 51st Chief Justice by President Droupadi Murmu, succeeding Justice U.U. Lalit. During his brief tenure, Justice Khanna aims to address court backlogs,..IndiaTimes - Published |
President Droupadi Murmu witnesses Indian Navy operations onboard INS VikrantPresident Droupadi Murmu embarked the indigenious aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and witnessed the operational demonstration by the Indian Navy at sea on Thursday.IndiaTimes - Published | Atishi to take oath as Delhi CM at Raj Niwas today, ceremony likely to be low-key affair due to...Officials at the lieutenant governor's office said President Droupadi Murmu has appointed Atishi as chief minister of Delhi from the date of her being sworn in and has also accepted Arvind Kejriwal's..DNA - Published |
Land-for-jobs case: President Murmu authorises prosecution of Lalu Prasad Yadav, CBI submits...The court will now review the CBI's chargesheet against Yadav and others involved, which pertains to alleged railway appointments made in exchange for land.DNA - Published | 'Cops stood as mute spectators': Protesting doctors write to President over RG Kar impasseJunior doctors in West Bengal have written to President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, seeking their intervention in resolving the impasse over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical..IndiaTimes - Published |
Prez has forwarded BJP's complaint on AAP govt's violation of Constitution to MHA: Vijender GuptaBJP MLAs have requested President Droupadi Murmu to dismiss the AAP government due to alleged constitutional violations. The memorandum has been forwarded to the Ministry of Home Affairs. Leader of..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi holds meeting with Abu Dhabi crown prince during inaugural visit to IndiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Hyderabad House, marking his first official visit to India. The visit aims to bolster..IndiaTimes - Published |
Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: President Murmu slams society for violence against women; says, 'enough is enough...'"Those who share such views then go further and see the female as an object... We owe it to our daughters to remove the hurdles from their path of winning the freedom from fear," Murmu said.DNA - Published | President Murmu accepts Banwari Lal's resignation, appoints governors for several statesGulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Assam, has been appointed Governor of Punjab and has also been appointed Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh.DNA - Published |
Captain Anshuman Singh’s parents want Army's 'next of kin' policy revised. What is it?Captain Anshuman Singh died in July 2023 during a Siachen fire rescue. His widow Smriti received the Kirti Chakra from President Draupadi Murmu. Captain's father Ravi Pratap Singh criticised the NOK..IndiaTimes - Published | Watch: President Droupadi Murmu plays badminton with ace shuttler Saina NehwalIndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi meets late Captain Anshuman Singh's family; mother urges government to withdraw AgniveerRahul Gandhi met Manju Singh in Raebareli, mother of Captain Anshuman Singh who died from severe burns in Siachen. She opposed the Agniveer scheme. Gandhi visited Lalganj memorial, laying a wreath and..IndiaTimes - Published | Attack on Army convoy in J-K deserves firm counter-measures: President MurmuIndiaTimes - Published |
