Ram Nath Kovind
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Morari Bapu concludes nine-day Ram Katha in Delhi, flags internal forces that 'harm' Sanatan Dharma
Delhi | Jan 28, 2026, 04:29 PM ISTThe Katha was inaugurated by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, while the opening and concluding addresses were delivered by former President Ram Nath Kovind. During the week, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended the Katha and pledged to fully clean the Yamuna River.
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India far ahead of the US, China and Pakistan in new Responsible Nations' Index
Business | Jan 20, 2026, 02:44 PM ISTResponsible Nations' Index (RNI) is a first-of-its-kind global index that evaluates countries based on how responsibly they exercise power towards their citizens, global community and the planet.
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Kharge makes gaffe on Presidents' names during Raipur speech, BJP demands apology
India | Jul 08, 2025, 04:00 PM ISTThe Bharatiya Janata Party's reactions came a day after Kharge, while speaking at an event in Chhattisgarh, mispronounced the names of President Murmu and her predecessor Kovind but quickly corrected himself.
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One Nation, One Election: What are top 10 recommendations made by Ram Nath Kovind panel? EXPLAINED
Explainers | Dec 12, 2024, 07:37 PM ISTSince coming to power in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has often advocated holding all elections together, from Lok Sabha to state assemblies and local bodies. He argues that this will orient various elected bodies fully towards the development of the nation.
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40 years of BJP's push for 'One Nation, One Election': A historical overview of simultaneous polls
India | Sep 19, 2024, 12:30 PM ISTOne Nation, One Election: The recommendation to hold national and state elections simultaneously is an important step towards making India's democracy even more vibrant and participative.
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PM Modi lauds former President Kovind’s efforts after Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election'
India | Sep 18, 2024, 06:56 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi praised former President Ram Nath Kovind for leading the High-Level Committee on Simultaneous Elections after the Cabinet approved the 'One Nation, One Election' recommendations. "This move is a significant step toward strengthening India’s democratic process," said PM.
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One Nation, One Election: What are next steps involved to implement it? Know all about them
India | Sep 18, 2024, 08:40 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet has approved the report on 'One Nation, One Election' which was submitted by the panel headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind, The Committee has recommended the transition to simultaneous elections in two phases.
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What is 'One Nation, One Election'? Know about Modi govt's ambitious plan for simultaneous polls
Explainers | Sep 18, 2024, 04:47 PM IST'One Nation, One Election': The Union Cabinet has approved the "One Nation, One Election" proposal, aiming to synchronise Lok Sabha and state assembly elections. This initiative, advocated by PM Modi, seeks to reduce costs, administrative burdens, and voter fatigue.
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One Nation, One Election destroys federalism, compromises democracy: Owaisi opposes ONOE
India | Sep 18, 2024, 05:26 PM ISTAIMIM leader and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owasi objected to the Cabinet approval of the One Nation, One Election. He said that it would destroy the basic structure of the Constitution.
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Will implement 'one nation-one election' in next 5 years, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at And
India | May 05, 2024, 05:37 PM ISTEarlier on March 14, 2024, the panel led by former President Ram Nath Kovind submitted an extensive report of 18,626 pages to President Draupadi Murmu regarding the 'One nation-One election' system.
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Frequently Asked Questions or FAQs on 'One Nation, One Election': Check here
India | Mar 14, 2024, 01:26 PM ISTA panel headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind recommended simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days.
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One Nation One Election: No-confidence motion to hung assembly scenario, KEY POINTS of panel report
India | Mar 14, 2024, 01:34 PM ISTThe Ram Nath Kovind panel submitted the report on One Nation One Election to President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The panel has recommended "necessary amendments to the Constitution" in order to introduce the idea of simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha, state Assemblies and local bodies.
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One nation, one election: Ram Nath Kovind-led panel recommends simultaneous polls in 2029
India | Mar 14, 2024, 01:20 PM ISTThe Report comprises of 18,626 pages, and is an outcome of extensive consultations with stakeholders, experts and research work of 191 days, since its constitution on September 2, 2023.
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‘One Nation, One Election’ panel invites suggestions from public | Here is how you can contribute
India | Jan 06, 2024, 02:56 PM ISTA high-level panel led by former president Ram Nath Kovind was constituted in September last year. The committee has held two meetings since then and has also sought the views of the political parties on conducting simultaneous polls.
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Centre will benefit irrespective of particular party: 'One Nation, One Election' panel chief Kovind
India | Nov 21, 2023, 04:10 PM ISTIn the first meeting of the committee in September, the panel outlined the modalities of the committee and decided to invite recognised national parties, parties having government in states, parties having representatives in Parliament, and other recognised state parties to seek their suggestions.
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One Nation One Election: Law Commission chief, members meet Ram Nath Kovind
India | Oct 25, 2023, 08:37 PM ISTThe Centre constituted a committee to discuss the possibility of holding simultaneous Assembly and Lok Sabha elections ahead of the five-day special session of the Parliament held last month.
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World Culture Festival at Washington DC: People from 180 nations unite to pray for peace in Ukraine
World | Oct 01, 2023, 10:31 PM ISTWorld Culture Festival 2023: Among the many art forms presented was a traditional Ukrainian song conducted by renowned Ukrainian musician Olena Astasheva, who had left her motherland due to the war.
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'One Nation, One Election' committee's first meeting to be held on September 23
India | Sep 16, 2023, 02:35 PM ISTFirst meeting of 'One Nation, One Election' committee to be held on September 23
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Ram Nath Kovind chairs meet on 'One Nation One Election', Amit Shah in attendance
India | Sep 06, 2023, 03:45 PM ISTBJP chief J P Nadda had met ex-president Ram Nath Kovind soon after the latter was tasked with the responsibility of heading a committee to explore the feasibility of “one nation, one election”, which was the case till 1967.
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Amit Shah, Ghulam Nabi Azad included in 'One Nation, One Election' panel: Check full list
India | Sep 02, 2023, 10:58 PM ISTAccording to an official release, former President Ram Nath Kovind has been appointed as Chairman of the committee. Apart from the chairman, there are seven members in the committee.