News for 'Rashtrapati Bhavan'

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'This revolution has sparked an awakening. Gen Z realises the power it holds.'

President boards inaugural flight of VVIP plane Air India One to Chennai

President boards inaugural flight of VVIP plane Air India One to Chennai

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Air India One is the call sign for the VVIP aircraft used by the president, vice president and prime minister.

7 MoUs signed between India, Bangladesh

7 MoUs signed between India, Bangladesh

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

India and Bangladesh signed seven Memorandum of understanding (MoUs) on Tuesday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina in Delhi. India-Bangladesh delegation-level talks led by PM Modi and Hasina were commenced at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi. "India-Bangladesh delegation level talks led by PM @narendramodi & PM Sheikh Hasina commence. "On the agenda are issues related to connectivity, energy, water resources, trade & investment, border management & security, development partnership and regional & multilateral matters," the official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Arindam Bagchi tweeted.

Modi briefs President on security breach in Punjab

Modi briefs President on security breach in Punjab

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

In a tweet, the President's secretariat said, 'President Ram Nath Kovind met Prime Minister Modi at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today and received from him a first-hand account of the security breach in his convoy in Punjab yesterday. The President expressed his concerns about the serious lapse.'

After 2 yrs, former SC judge AM Khanwilkar appointed new Lokpal chief

After 2 yrs, former SC judge AM Khanwilkar appointed new Lokpal chief

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

The Lokpal has been working without its regular chief after Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose completed his term on May 27, 2022.

Maha cabinet expansion: Fadnavis says formula ready, but no date final

Maha cabinet expansion: Fadnavis says formula ready, but no date final

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said the names of the probable ministers from the Bharatiya Janata Party in his cabinet have been shortlisted and the final decision will be taken by the party's central leadership.

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Youngsters in India look up to the West as if it is the biggest accomplishment they need in life. It breaks my heart.'

Welcome to the President's majestic Mughal Garden

Welcome to the President's majestic Mughal Garden

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

The world famous Mughal Gardens in Rashtrapati Bhavan will be open for public from Friday.

The Rise And Fall Of Jagdeep Dhankhar

The Rise And Fall Of Jagdeep Dhankhar

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The RSS which catapulted Jagdeep Dhankar to national prominence after 21 years of hibernation could not come to his rescue when BJP higher ups decided to seek his resignation, points out Prakash Bhandari.

President's Bodyguard Is 250!

President's Bodyguard Is 250!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

President Droupadi Murmu inspected a guard of honour at the sestercentennial (250th anniversary) celebrations and presented the President's Standard of Bodyguard and Regimental Standard to the President's Bodyguard at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Madan Mohan Malviya conferred Bharat Ratna

Madan Mohan Malviya conferred Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Noted educationist and freedom fighter Madan Mohan Malviya was on Monday posthumously conferred the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award, by President Pranab Mukherjee.

Has Jaishankar Startled Piyush Goyal?

Has Jaishankar Startled Piyush Goyal?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Glimpses of the At Home reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu on Independence Day at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Pashmina shawl, tea set: Gifts from President to the Obamas

Pashmina shawl, tea set: Gifts from President to the Obamas

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

US First Lady Michelle Obama, known for her impeccable fashion sense, got a Pashmina shawl from Kashmir with intricate embroidery as gift from President Pranab Mukherjee's wife Suvra Mukherjee.

What President Murmu told soldiers at Siachen base camp

What President Murmu told soldiers at Siachen base camp

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Addressing the troops, she said in difficult situations like heavy snowfall and minus 50 degrees temperature, they present extraordinary examples of sacrifice and tolerance in protecting the motherland.

'Problem Solving Is A Big Skill To Have Today'

'Problem Solving Is A Big Skill To Have Today'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

'We give them problems so that they can come up with solutions using the technological skills they have learnt.' 'In fact, changemaking and problem solving are interchangeable, in a way.'

President Kovind honours heroes of Quit India movement

President Kovind honours heroes of Quit India movement

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met the freedom fighters and greeted them on this occasion. Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu, former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla were among the dignitaries present there.

Prez visits native village; bows to touch the soil

Prez visits native village; bows to touch the soil

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday said he had never imagined that an ordinary village boy like him would have the honour of occupying the highest post in the country, and thanked the people of his birth place for this.

A Busy Weekend For President Murmu

A Busy Weekend For President Murmu

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on the weekend.

With Samariya India gets CIC after a month, but 6 openings remain

With Samariya India gets CIC after a month, but 6 openings remain

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Samariya, the first Dalit to have been appointed to the post, was working as information commissioner in the transparency panel Central Information Commission (CIC). A 1985-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Telangana cadre, Samariya retired after serving as the labour and employment secretary in the Government of India. He was sworn in as the information commissioner on November 7, 2020.

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

It was a beautiful Monday for many film folk, as they were conferred with Padma Awards at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Droupadi Murmu.

Lawyers, MBAs, postgraduates among Modi's new cabinet

Lawyers, MBAs, postgraduates among Modi's new cabinet

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

As many as six who hold law degrees include cabinet ministers Nitin Gadkari, J P Nadda, Piyush Goyal, Sarbananda Sonowal, Bhupender Yadav and Kiren Rijiju.

Number of women ministers in Modi govt down from 10 to 7

Number of women ministers in Modi govt down from 10 to 7

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Seven women, including two in the Cabinet role, have been inducted into the new council of ministers in the 18th Lok Sabha.

Mughal Gardens to open exclusively for disabled

Mughal Gardens to open exclusively for disabled

Rediff.com26 Mar 2004

The special gesture has been made at the behest of Kalam, a Rashtrapati Bhavan spokesman said.

No more oral mention, write in for urgent hearing, says new CJI

No more oral mention, write in for urgent hearing, says new CJI

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna on Tuesday said no oral submissions for urgent listing and hearing of cases will be permitted and urged lawyers to either send emails or written letters for it.

Have Indian DNA, many of us have Sanskrit names: Indonesian Prez

Have Indian DNA, many of us have Sanskrit names: Indonesian Prez

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

'Everybody knows when I hear Indian music, I start dancing'

Old Parliament 'unsafe': Puri on need for new building

Old Parliament 'unsafe': Puri on need for new building

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday said the construction of a new Parliament building and redevelopment of the Central Vista Avenue, stretching from Rashtrapati Bhavan to the India Gate, will be completed in a time-bound manner.

PHOTOS: Post R-Day parade, Raisina Hill, India Gate illuminated

PHOTOS: Post R-Day parade, Raisina Hill, India Gate illuminated

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

Later, President Pranab Mukherjee hosted an 'At Home' at the Rashtrapati Bhavan where French President Francois Hollande was the chief guest.

Justice Ramana sworn in as Chief Justice of India

Justice Ramana sworn in as Chief Justice of India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

Justice Ramana took the oath in English in the name of God.

President Trump's itinerary in India

President Trump's itinerary in India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Here is the official schedule of United States President Donald Trump's engagements in India as issued by the Ministry of External Affairs.

Vyjayanthimala, Chiranjeevi Honoured

Vyjayanthimala, Chiranjeevi Honoured

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The stalwarts gets the Padma Vibhushan.

Manmohan to be sworn in today

Manmohan to be sworn in today

Rediff.com22 May 2004

It is not immediately clear how many ministers will be sworn in along with Dr Singh, but sources said the team is likely to be small to begin with.

'Kalam never complained of the food, even when it was salty'

'Kalam never complained of the food, even when it was salty'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Staff working at the Rashtrapati Bhavan recount how the 11th president lived a simple lifestyle and always cared for them.

All you need to know about Wing Commander Pooja Thakur

All you need to know about Wing Commander Pooja Thakur

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

This is the first time a woman officer has led the Guard of Honour.

High security for Modi's oath ceremony; drones, snipers deployed

High security for Modi's oath ceremony; drones, snipers deployed

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

A multi-layer security arrangement involving five companies of paramilitary personnel, NSG commandoes and snipers have already been deployed around the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Drone cameras have also been put into service.

One nation, one election: Kovind panel report placed before Cabinet

One nation, one election: Kovind panel report placed before Cabinet

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Simultaneous polls will help save resources, spur development and social cohesion, deepen "foundations of democratic rubric" and help realise the aspirations of "India, that is Bharat", the panel had said.

President Kovind pays tribute to Kargil war heroes

President Kovind pays tribute to Kargil war heroes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Remembering the soldiers who laid down their lives defending the nation with indomitable courage and valour, the President said: "The nation salutes the soldiers and officers of the 19th Infantry Division, who have been safeguarding our borders in the most hostile terrains under adverse weather conditions as our frontline troops. They have scripted exceptional stories of indomitable courage, bravery and sacrifice."

PIX: President Kovind confers Padma awards on 73

PIX: President Kovind confers Padma awards on 73

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind presented Padma awards to 73 individuals, some posthumously, at a ceremony held in the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Monday.

President Kalam receives Id greetings

President Kalam receives Id greetings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2007

President A P J Abdul Kalam receives Id greetings from a large number of visitors at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi, on Monday.

Who Is Blessing President Murmu?

Who Is Blessing President Murmu?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

President Droupadi Murmu receives blessing from Hirbai Ibrahim Lobi before presenting her with the Padma Shri for social work at Rashtrapati Bhavan, March 22, 2023.

Modi's new council of ministers 9 short of maximum

Modi's new council of ministers 9 short of maximum

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

The Modi government had touched the maximum strength of 78 in 2021 after expansion, but the outgoing council of ministers had 72 members, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.