News for 'Rashtrapati India'

Salute These Brave Soldiers!

Salute These Brave Soldiers!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

The brave men who President Ram Nath Kovind, supreme commander of India's armed forces, awarded the Shaurya Chakra at the Defence Investiture ceremony on Monday, November 22, 2021.

Parkash Singh Badal passes away, Centre declares 2-day mourning

Parkash Singh Badal passes away, Centre declares 2-day mourning

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Five-time former Punjab chief minister and Shiromani Akali Dal patriarch Parkash Singh Badal, who was admitted to a private hospital in Mohali over a week ago, died on Tuesday. He was 95.

President Kovind to undergo bypass procedure on Tuesday

President Kovind to undergo bypass procedure on Tuesday

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

The condition of President Ram Nath Kovind is stable and he is being referred to the All India Institute for Medical Studies for further investigation, the Army's Research and Referral hospital said on Saturday.

Govt doesn't see emblem atop new Parl as different from the original one

Govt doesn't see emblem atop new Parl as different from the original one

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Opposition leaders and activists have accused the government of distorting the national emblem by replacing the 'graceful and regally confident' Ashokan lions with those having menacing and aggressive posture, and sought immediate change.

Central Vista: Green nod to 'Executive Enclave' that will house new PMO

Central Vista: Green nod to 'Executive Enclave' that will house new PMO

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The Delhi State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) has granted environmental clearance to the proposal for the construction of the 'Executive Enclave' which will house the new Prime Minister's Office and Cabinet Secretariat.

When Mulayam dashed Sonia's prime ministerial hopes

When Mulayam dashed Sonia's prime ministerial hopes

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Gandhi, then a newly appointed Congress chief, had staked claim to form the government at the Centre after the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had lost the vote of confidence in the Lok Sabha on April 17, 1999.

Why Merkel was seated during national anthem

Why Merkel was seated during national anthem

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

India has accepted a request by the German government to allow Chancellor Angela Merkel to remain seated while the national anthems of both countries she is suffering from a medical condition.

ED quizzes Sonia 2nd time in 6 days, calls her tomorrow; Rahul, MPs detained

ED quizzes Sonia 2nd time in 6 days, calls her tomorrow; Rahul, MPs detained

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

She left the agency's office in central Delhi just before 7 pm on Tuesday after recording her statement.

Opposition must study why Modi keeps winning: NCP leader

Opposition must study why Modi keeps winning: NCP leader

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Memon said that the opposition should introspect why Modi keeps getting such a "positive mandate" and dismissed suggestions of manipulation of EVMs, an oft-repeated complaint of the Congress and other political parties.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

India and Iran want peaceful, stable Afghanistan: Modi

India and Iran want peaceful, stable Afghanistan: Modi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

PM Modi and Rouhani inked nine pacts including a lease contract for a part of Chabahar port's operation for 18 months.

#MarchForIndia: Nobody has the right to call our country intolerant, says Anupam Kher

#MarchForIndia: Nobody has the right to call our country intolerant, says Anupam Kher

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Seeking to counter protests over growing intolerance, Bollywood actor Anupam Kher on Saturday led a delegation of writers and artistes to the President and the prime minister.

A lifetime's experience: Kiran Bedi's farewell note

A lifetime's experience: Kiran Bedi's farewell note

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Kiran Bedi, who was removed as the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry on Tuesday night, said that the 'Team Raj Nivas' diligently worked to serve the larger public interest in the union territory during her tenure.

Rubberstamp President won't work, says Sinha after strategy meet

Rubberstamp President won't work, says Sinha after strategy meet

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

The Opposition candidate in the July 18 presidential polls, Yashwant Sinha, held his first campaign strategy meeting on Wednesday at the Nationalist Congress Party office in New Delhi and said a "rubberstamp President" will not work in the country.

PIX: Padma Bhushan for Sindhu; Rani gets Padma Shri

PIX: Padma Bhushan for Sindhu; Rani gets Padma Shri

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

India's sports stars including badminton P V Sindhu was conferred the Padma Bhushan -- the country's third-highest civilian award, while women's football icon Bembem Devi, archer Tarundeep Rai and women's hockey captain Rani Rampal were conferred with the Padma Shri.

Modi to inaugurate Kartavya Path Thursday, unveil Netaji statue

Modi to inaugurate Kartavya Path Thursday, unveil Netaji statue

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

According to the government, it symbolises a shift from erstwhile Rajpath being an icon of power to Kartavya Path being an example of public ownership and empowerment.

'Since I opted for Indian citizenship, Pakistanis aren't happy'

'Since I opted for Indian citizenship, Pakistanis aren't happy'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

'I feel the more I'm trolled by Pakistanis, the more I am on the right path.' 'I must be doing something right for them to be so angry.'

Mutual trust between India, China must: Li Keqiang

Mutual trust between India, China must: Li Keqiang

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Monday said peace and regional stability cannot be a reality without strategic mutual trust between China and India.

PM to inaugurate Kartavya Path, Netaji statue today

PM to inaugurate Kartavya Path, Netaji statue today

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Thursday inaugurate the newly-christened Kartavya Path -- a stretch from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate that will have red granite walkways with greenery all around, refurbished canals, state-wise food stalls, new amenity blocks and vending kiosks.

The daughter who chose not to live at Rashtrapati Bhavan

The daughter who chose not to live at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Sharmistha Mukherjee, the fiercely independent daughter of the President of India, would rather not have her life and her father's official position cross paths.

Goodbye old Parliament House, hello new Sansad Bhavan!

Goodbye old Parliament House, hello new Sansad Bhavan!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The new Parliament building, whose foundation was laid in December 2020 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is being constructed in its vicinity and the work is expected to be completed before the Winter Session.

FAQ: How is the President of India elected?

FAQ: How is the President of India elected?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2012

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Farm bill protest: Cong workers set tractor afire at India Gate

Farm bill protest: Cong workers set tractor afire at India Gate

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

The workers, who were protesting reportedly against the farm bills brought by the Centre, which recently received the assent of President Ram Nath Kovind, had brought the tractor to the site on a truck.

Justice JS Khehar sworn in as 44th Chief Justice of India

Justice JS Khehar sworn in as 44th Chief Justice of India

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

President Pranab Mukherjee administered the oath of office and secrecy to Justice Kehar at the Darbar Hall of Rashtrapati Bhawan.

YOUR PICK: Vote for India's next President

YOUR PICK: Vote for India's next President

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

Who would you like to see as India's next President? Vote and let us know.

Rise above politics: Prez Kovind in farewell speech

Rise above politics: Prez Kovind in farewell speech

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

Kovind said he always considered himself as a part of the larger family, which included the members of parliament.

Jaitley announces 9 pillars for transforming India

Jaitley announces 9 pillars for transforming India

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

Government will lay greater emphasis on social sectors, finance minister said.

YOUR PICK: Vote for India's next President

YOUR PICK: Vote for India's next President

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Who would you like to see as India's next President? Vote and let us know.

Sack TN Guv for instigating communal hatred: DMK to Prez

Sack TN Guv for instigating communal hatred: DMK to Prez

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

The DMK and its allies submitted a list of pending assembly bills with the Raj Bhavan.

'This award will motivate me to achieve more laurels for India'

'This award will motivate me to achieve more laurels for India'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

India's ace shuttler PV Sindhu was conferred with the Padma Shri award by President Pranab Mukherjee.

India-Fiji bilateral ties reach the next level

India-Fiji bilateral ties reach the next level

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

When Fiji's President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, the first foreign head of state to call on President Pranab Mukherjee, visited Rashtrapati Bhawan, it provided an opportunity to review India-Fiji relations.

Rahul meets Prez as Cong protests over farm laws

Rahul meets Prez as Cong protests over farm laws

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Gandhi met the president and handed over a memorandum signed by two crore farmers demanding a repeal of the laws, saying they will not benefit farmers or labourers.

India truly has lost its very own superhero

India truly has lost its very own superhero

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Shambhavi, who was invited by President A P J Abdul Kalam to Rashtrapati Bhavan as a 13 year old, remembers the meeting with awe and pays tribute to the man who inspired her.

Khel Ratna an 'added responsibility' for TT star Manika

Khel Ratna an 'added responsibility' for TT star Manika

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Table tennis player Manika Batra, who will be conferred with the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award this year, said that the accolade would spur her to bring more laurels for the country.

Here's what Obama will do on Day 1 of India visit

Here's what Obama will do on Day 1 of India visit

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Here's what lies ahead for Obama on Day 1 of his three-day visit:

Why This Military Hero Entered Politics

Why This Military Hero Entered Politics

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Colonel Ajay Kothiyal, Kirti Chakra, Shaurya Chakra, is one of the most decorated soldiers to join politics. He still has two bullets lodged inside his body sustained in a gun battle with terrorists in J&K.

Girish Chandra Murmu assumes office as CAG

Girish Chandra Murmu assumes office as CAG

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

Murmu made and subscribed to the oath of office before President Ram Nath Kovind, according to a Rashtrapati Bhavan statement.

With an eye on China, India-Vietnam vow to work for prosperous Indo-Pacific

With an eye on China, India-Vietnam vow to work for prosperous Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

Modi said both sides expressed commitment for an open, efficient and rules-based regional architecture and to expand bilateral maritime cooperation further.

'CDS must build military to win wars, not just defend borders'

'CDS must build military to win wars, not just defend borders'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

'General Anil Chauhan ticks all the right boxes as the new chief of defence staff.'

PHOTOS: India celebrates Raksha Bandhan

PHOTOS: India celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

On this day, sisters tie a rakhi on her brother's wrist, symbolising the former's love and prayers for the latter's well-being.