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Thursday, April 2, 2026
TopicDroupadi Murmu

Topic: Droupadi Murmu

President Murmu should have followed precedent instead of going public about Mamata Banerjee

We must condemn any disrespect toward our President, but the incident involving Droupadi Murmu and Mamata Banerjee raises many questions, some of them uncomfortable.

India’s Op Sindoor proved strength can be used responsibly; govt sent out strong message—President Murmu

Prez also urges MPs cutting across political spectrum for a civil discussion in Parliament to work towards a stronger democracy & India's development in pursuit of a Viksit Bharat

5 days after President Murmu’s directive, Kerala HC notifies Justice Banu’s swearing-in on Dec 19

Centre notified Justice Banu’s transfer from Madras to Kerala HC nearly two months ago. But she did not immediately assume charge and was on earned leave since transfer was approved.

India-Russia warmth on a winter’s day. Glimpses from Rashtrapati Bhavan’s dazzling welcome for Putin

President Murmu and PM Modi welcomed Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan Friday, where Russian President was given a ceremonial welcome and the tri-services guard of honour at the forecourt.

Rare Rs 10,000 notes draw lakhs at Rashtrapati Bhavan gifts e-auction. No takers for shawls & silver

A total of 260 items listed for 2nd edition of e-auction were gifted to last five presidents. As many as 81 items still await first bid. Auction ends on 30 September.

15 Vir Chakras awarded for Op Sindoor, 9 go to IAF pilots who struck Pakistani terror camps

For the first time, 2 Agniveers were awarded the Sena Medal for Operation Sindoor roles, among others. A 3rd Agniveer received a Mention in Despatches.

Can courts set deadline for President’s assent to bills? SC seeks response from Centre

This was after Centre, through Rashtrapati Bhavan, sought review of SC’s 8 April ruling in which it held that governors cannot sit over bills passed by state legislatures.

26/11 prosecutor, ex-foreign secretary & Kerala poll violence victim: Stories of 4 Rajya Sabha nominees

Ujjwal Nikam, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, C Sadanandan Master & Meenakshi Jain have been nominated by President Droupadi Murmu to RS.

Gulzar and Rambhadracharya honoured with 58th Jnanpith Award

President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, celebrating two remarkable contributors to Indian literature.

First Angolan president to visit India in 38 yrs, Lourenço receives ceremonial welcome

On Saturday, PM Modi & Lourenço held a joint press conference at the Hyderabad House. The two sides signed a number of agreements to shore up cooperation in several areas.

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UK, India’s Air Forces are security partners in a moment of acute need: UK Chief of Air Staff

Cooperation of the Indo-Pacific and the Euro-Atlantic is increasingly vital. Navigating today’s complex security scene as partners will be pivotal, writes UK Air Chief Marshal Harv Smyth.

RBI trading ban rocks $149 billion-a-day offshore rupee market

The central bank has rolled out some of its toughest measures in more than a decade to curb speculation & support the currency, which has been setting successive record lows this year.

India sharpens foreign media outreach in post Op Sindoor world, new strategy in play

Three-day conflict between India and Pakistan underscored the growing importance of information warfare as a critical domain alongside conventional military operations.

Gulf war exposed India’s fragilities. It’s time for navel-gazing, in the national interest

It’s easy to understand why the government can’t speak the hard truth. When this war ends, as all wars do, India’s interests will lie with both the winner and the loser.