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President Pranab Mukherjee pushes for knowledge-based society, says no dearth of talent in India

President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday said there is no dearth of talent either of students or teachers in the country.

Feb 13, 2017, 19:42 PM IST

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince was the chief guest at 68th Republic Day – All about it

Since the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi was the Chief Guest at the function, a 149-member marching contingent from UAE was given the honour to lead the parade.

Jan 26, 2017, 16:56 PM IST

Demonetization, while fighting corruption, may lead to temporary slowdown of economy: President Pranab Mukherjee

President Pranab Mukherjee said on Thursday that demonetization may lead to temporary slowdown of the economy.

Jan 05, 2017, 18:07 PM IST

Shah Rukh Khan shares gems of wisdom after getting honoured with a doctorate in Hyderabad!

Shah Rukh Khan shares gems of wisdom after being honoured by Maulana Azad National Urdu University in Hyderabad! 

Dec 26, 2016, 20:19 PM IST

Shah Rukh Khan honoured with a doctorate in Hyderabad, remembers mother!

Shah Rukh Khan honoured with a doctorate in Hyderabad! 

Dec 26, 2016, 14:55 PM IST

PM Modi wishes President Mukherjee on his 81st birthday, says he 'puts India's interest above everything'

Extending wishes to President Pranab Mukherjee on his 81st birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the country is proud to have a well-read and knowledgeable President who puts the country's interest above everything.

Dec 11, 2016, 10:13 AM IST

Pranab Mukherjee turns 81 today: Lesser known facts about Mr President

President Pranab Mukherjee celebrated his 81st birthday on Sunday, December 11.

Dec 11, 2016, 03:46 AM IST

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee speaks to President on demonetisation issue

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today spoke to President Pranab Mukherjee over the Centre's demonetisation move and said representatives of political parties will meet him next week over the issue.

Nov 13, 2016, 14:57 PM IST

President Pranab Mukherjee visits Pashupati Nath temple

Visiting Indian President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday morning performed a special 'puja' in Pashupati Nath temple, the revered Hindu shrine located in the bank of the Bagmati river.

Nov 03, 2016, 10:41 AM IST

Raghuram Rajan took many steps to put banking system in right direction: President

Just retired RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan's clean-up of more than USD 100 billion of stressed assets on the books of banks today came in for praise from President Pranab Mukherjee who felt rising NPAs are not a desirable situation.
 

Sep 10, 2016, 15:58 PM IST

Teachers' Day: President Pranab Mukherjee addresses students, says 'secularism is part of our life'

Sharing his experience in politics of India post-Independence, President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday said that India is currently a victim of cross-border terrorism and not a homegrown one.

Sep 05, 2016, 13:15 PM IST

India will grow only when we all grow: President on eve of 70th Independence Day

 India will grow only when all sections of society grow, President Pranab Mukherjee said on Sunday while addressing the nation on the eve of the 70th Independence Day.

Aug 14, 2016, 21:23 PM IST

President Pranab Mukherjee will teach Delhi students on Teachers' Day

President Pranab Mukherjee will turn teacher for one day as he agreed to take a special class at a Delhi government school on Teachers' Day (September 5).

Aug 10, 2016, 21:27 PM IST

Website, museum as President Mukherjee completes four years in office

To mark completion of his four years in office on July 25, President Pranab Mukherjee will launch a micro-site on Rashtrapati Bhavan website containing information on the President's Estate as a tourist destination and its three new tourist circuits - Rashtrapati Bhavan main building, museums and the gardens.

Jul 20, 2016, 21:36 PM IST

Murli Manohar Joshi to be next President of India?

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Murli Manohar Joshi, who was once regarded as one of the three pillars of the party along with Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Lal Krishna Advani, has launched his bid to the President's House.

Jun 14, 2016, 15:03 PM IST

President rejects Delhi govt's office of profit bill, future tense for 21 AAP MLAs

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Jun 14, 2016, 14:04 PM IST

Ceremonial departure for President Pranab Mukherjee ahead of three-nation tour

President Pranab Mukherjee on Sunday was accorded with a Ceremonial departure for his six-day three-nation tour to Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire and Namibia.

Jun 12, 2016, 15:26 PM IST

Must Read: Narayana Murthy's thoughts on his Presidential ambition speculation!

Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy Wednesday sought to scotch speculation about his being a contender for the post of President.

Jun 02, 2016, 00:22 AM IST

Ex-Manipur MLAs urge Centre to reject 'anti-tribal' bills

After the passage of the bills, tribals launched protests and clashed with security personnel alleging "outsiders" will snatch away their land rights. 

May 20, 2016, 17:38 PM IST

'PM Modi planning to nominate Amitabh Bachchan for next President of India' - WATCH explosive interview of Amar Singh

In a major revelation, politician Amar Singh had said that he got to know that 'PM Narendra Modi is planning to propose Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan's name for the next President of India'.

Apr 04, 2016, 14:26 PM IST