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Droupadi Murmu
Who is Droupadi Murmu?
Droupadi Murmu, a 64-year-old tribal leader from Odisha, on June 21, 2022, was named as the presidential candidate by the ruling NDA government. If elected, Murmu will become India's first tribal and second woman President.
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President Murmu greets people on Uttar Pradesh Day, lauds state's progress
Uttar Pradesh was earlier known as United Provinces; on January 24, 1950, it was recognised as Uttar Pradesh
 "President Murmu greets people on Uttar Pradesh Day, lauds state's progress")
US envoy Sergio Gor meets RBI Governor, Tata chairman to boost tech ties
Gor's Mumbai visit comes days after he presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 14
 "US envoy Sergio Gor meets RBI Governor, Tata chairman to boost tech ties")
Army Day 2025: PM Modi, Prez Murmu salute Indian Army for selfless service
Army Day is observed on January 15 to mark Field Marshal K M Cariappa taking over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, replacing his British predecessor
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US Ambassador Sergio Gor presents credentials to President Droupadi Murmu
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, as India and the US step up engagement on trade and strategic ties
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AI a 'big opportunity', benefits must reach all, says President Murmu
AI should be utilised for reducing societal, economic and technological barriers, said the President
President Droupadi Murmu to visit Goa, Karnataka, Jharkhand from Dec 27-30
On December 30, the President will address an Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh - Kartik Jatra at Gumla, Jharkhand
 "President Droupadi Murmu to visit Goa, Karnataka, Jharkhand from Dec 27-30")
Name changer or game changer? MGNREGA replaced with 125-day promise
President Murmu clears the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Act, raising guaranteed rural workdays to 125 and overhauling funding norms, seasonality rules, and budget limits
 "Name changer or game changer? MGNREGA replaced with 125-day promise")
President Murmu, PM Modi pay homage to 1971 war soldiers on 'Vijay Diwas'
Vijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year to honour the soldiers who fought in the 1971 Indo-Pak war, which culminated in the surrender of Pakistan's Army
 "President Murmu, PM Modi pay homage to 1971 war soldiers on 'Vijay Diwas'")
Ex-bureaucrat Raj Kumar Goyal sworn in as Chief Information Commissioner
The post of CIC fell vacant after Heeralal Samariya completed his term on September 13
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Behavioural change crucial to boost energy efficiency: President Murmu
The President said energy conservation is the most environmentally friendly and reliable source of energy
President Murmu urges Manipur communities to back efforts for peace, unity
Speaking at a reception programme in Senapati district, Murmu expressed her happiness to be in the district which has a proud tribal heritage
President, VP, PM offer tributes to BR Ambedkar on 69th death anniversary
The prime minister said Ambedkar's visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to justice, equality and constitutionalism continue to guide the national journey
 "President, VP, PM offer tributes to BR Ambedkar on 69th death anniversary")
Russian President Putin accorded ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan
Following the ceremonial welcome, Putin visited Raj Ghat and paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the memorial
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Navy Day: President Murmu extends greetings to Indian Navy, salutes bravery
Navy Day is observed as an acknowledgement of the Navy's role in the country's defence, and December 4 was chosen to celebrate the day to commemorate its valour against Pakistan during the 1971 war
Philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' vital amid global challenges: Murmu
President Murmu was speaking at the launch of the Brahma Kumaris' annual theme for 2025-26- 'Meditation for World Unity and Trust'
 "Philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' vital amid global challenges: Murmu")
Prez Murmu commends Army's role in national security at defence dialogue
President of India Droupadi Murmu graced the inaugural session, with Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, delivering the keynote address
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President Droupadi Murmu to make historic address in Odisha assembly today
Murmu is scheduled to address members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly from 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm, Speaker Surama Padhy said
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Prez Murmu pays tribute to 26/11 martyrs, urges unity against terrorism
On the anniversary of 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, I pay my humble tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect the people of our country, President said
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Chhattisgarh's 12 districts get national recognition for water conservation
Twelve districts of Chhattisgarh have been nationally recognised for large-scale water conservation efforts driven by strong public participation and innovative community-led initiatives
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PM Modi, Prez Murmu pay tributes to Birsa Munda on 150th birth anniversary
Born in 1875 in present-day Jharkhand, Munda challenged British rule and is credited with mobilising tribals against the empire. He died in British custody at the young age of 25
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