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Union Minister of State George Kurian steps down, President Murmu accepts resignation
India | Jun 23, 2026, 10:30 AM ISTGeorge Kurian has resigned as Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, with President Droupadi Murmu accepting his resignation with immediate effect.
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President Murmu confers Kirti Chakra, Vir Chakra and Shaurya Chakra awards: Full list of recipients
India | Jun 08, 2026, 10:04 PM ISTThe Kirti Chakra is India's second-highest peace-time gallantry award, conferred for conspicuous courage, exceptional bravery, self-sacrifice, and devotion to duty.
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Trump says ceasefire understanding with Iran 'largely negotiated' but confusion persists on Hormuz
World | May 24, 2026, 03:03 PM ISTTrump said the understanding was being discussed not only between Washington and Tehran, but also with several regional countries involved in diplomatic efforts.
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Bhagwant Mann meets President Murmu, seeks disqualification of seven defecting Rajya Sabha MPs
India | May 05, 2026, 07:51 PM ISTPunjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann urged President Droupadi Murmu to cancel the memberships of seven MPs he labelled as "betrayers of Punjab." The Chief Minister also accused the BJP of orchestrating unconstitutional defections and misusing central agencies.
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Chhattisgarh power plant blast: President Murmu condoles loss of lives, death count rises to 14
chhattisgarh | Apr 15, 2026, 08:45 AM ISTAt least 14 workers were killed and several others injured in a boiler blast at a Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district. The explosion, caused by a rupture in a high-pressure steam tube, led to severe burn injuries to several workers, some of whom succumbed later.
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President Droupadi Murmu meets Sant Premanand Maharaj at Vrindavan ashram, holds spiritual talks
Spirituality | Mar 20, 2026, 02:08 PM ISTPresident Droupadi Murmu visited Vrindavan during her Mathura tour and met Sant Premanand Maharaj at Radha Keli Kunj Ashram. She discussed spirituality and public welfare, and also extended birthday wishes to the saint.
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Home Secretary seeks report from Bengal govt today on President Murmu's protocol lapses at event
India | Mar 08, 2026, 11:56 AM ISTDuring the privately organised International Santal Council event in Darjeeling, President Murmu criticised the venue's remote, expansive location that barred many locals from attending.
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President Murmu flags Mamata's absence at Santhal event: 'Don't know if she's angry with me'
West Bengal | Mar 07, 2026, 07:07 PM ISTThe President also pointed out lapses in protocol, stating that neither Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee nor any state ministers were present to receive her at the airport. Only Siliguri Mayor Gautam Deb was there to welcome her.
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India and Europe choose strategic partnership in a 'fractured' world: Von Der Leyen
India | Jan 25, 2026, 11:11 PM ISTThe upcoming summit is expected to be a major milestone, with both sides likely to formally conclude negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The deal, which will be signed later this year, has been under discussion since talks resumed in 2022 after a long pause.
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France plans social media ban for children under 15 from next school year
World | Jan 25, 2026, 10:45 PM ISTMacron said social media platforms should not be allowed to influence or manipulate young minds. He stressed that children’s emotions and mental well-being must be protected from powerful digital platforms and automated algorithms.
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Machado says she will become Venezuela’s President ‘when the right time comes’
World | Jan 16, 2026, 11:28 PM ISTVenezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado says she will be elected president when the time is right, amid political repression and exile of opposition leaders.
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Major Rishabh Sambyal: The officer by the President's side who has won social media's admiration
Trending | Jan 14, 2026, 11:08 PM ISTFrom offering a handkerchief during emotional moments to holding an umbrella for the President in the rain, Major Sambyal has been seen providing thoughtful assistance during official engagements.
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BJP set to elect Nitin Nabin as new national president by January 20: Reports
India | Dec 27, 2025, 04:26 PM ISTBJP chiefs from all states will submit one set of nomination papers supporting Nitin Nabin's candidature for the post of national president. Another set of nomination papers will be filed by members of the BJP's National Council.
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President grants assent to SHANTI Bill to open nuclear sector for private participation
India | Dec 21, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTThe SHANTI bill subsumes all laws dealing with the civil nuclear sector and also opens it up for participation by private players. The bill is widely described as the most significant overhaul of the nuclear sector since Independence.
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G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA, gets President Droupadi Murmu's nod, becomes law
India | Dec 21, 2025, 11:47 PM ISTThe Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill was passed by Parliament in the recently concluded Winter session amid strong protests by the Opposition over the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name and the financial burden being put on states.
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Hyderabad traffic: Restrictions, diversions and key routes to avoid ahead of President's visit
Hyderabad | Dec 17, 2025, 06:33 AM ISTHyderabad traffic update: The city will witness temporary traffic restriction at major junctions over the next few days.
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Israeli PM Netanyahu submits 'pardon request' to Israeli President over corruption cases
World | Nov 30, 2025, 05:17 PM ISTNetanyahu's request was submitted through the legal team at the President’s Office. President Herzog’s office confirmed receiving the appeal and described it as an “extraordinary request” with “significant implications.”
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Constitution is guiding document to shun colonial mindset, adopt nationalistic thinking: President
India | Nov 26, 2025, 02:15 PM ISTSince 2015, Constitution Day or Samvidhan Diwas has been celebrated on November 26 to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949.
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'Knew nothing': Clinton hits back as Epstein probe and 'Bubba' buzz explode online
World | Nov 16, 2025, 08:43 PM ISTTrump, speaking to reporters on Air Force One, said, “You’re gonna find out what he knew, with respect to Bill Clinton, with respect to the head of Harvard, with respect to all those people he knew, including JP Morgan Chase.”
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President Droupadi Murmu addresses special session of Uttarakhand Assembly, praises Dhami government
India | Nov 03, 2025, 01:25 PM ISTDuring her address to the Uttarakhand Assembly's silver jubilee session, President Droupadi Murmu praised the state's progress in education, women empowerment, and healthcare.