Highlights from President Kovind's speech on eve of Independence Day
Remembering the sacrifices made by freedon fighters for India's independence from British rule, he spoke on a range of issues to highlight how the country can continue on its path of progress.
Aug 14, 2018, 19:19 PM IST
Security arrangements tightened in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of 72nd Independence Day
On the eve of the 72nd Independence Day, President Ram Nath Kovind will address the nation, said a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday.
Aug 14, 2018, 09:47 AM IST
Somnath Chatterjee dead: PM Modi, President Kovind, Rahul Gandhi express grief
Political leaders including PM Modi, President Kovind, VP Naidu and Congress chief Rahul Gandhi expressed grief about the saddening incident.
Aug 13, 2018, 10:39 AM IST
President Ram Nath Kovind gives assent to the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act
The Home Ministry drafted Criminal Law (Amendment) Act stipulates stringent punishment for perpetrators of rape, particularly of girls below 16 and 12 years.
Aug 12, 2018, 15:23 PM IST
Kerala temple priest arrested for hoax call claiming President Kovind will be killed
The President is scheduled to inaugurate the ‘Festival of Democracy’ in Thiruvananthapuram on August 6.
Aug 06, 2018, 10:00 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi congratulates President Ram Nath Kovind on completing first year in office
President Kovind had taken over from Pranab Mukherjee on July 25, 2017.
Jul 25, 2018, 19:13 PM IST
'Chalo Jeete Hain': Short film lauding PM Narendra Modi's life screened at Rashtrapati Bhavan
The 32-minute film called "Chalo Jeete Hain" would appear to be a hagiographical depiction of the story of a young "Naru" who is said to have been intrigued by Swami Vivekanand`s words
Jul 25, 2018, 09:51 AM IST
South Korean President Moon Jae-in to arrive in India today
Moon, who will be accompanied by First Lady Kim Jung-sook, will arrive on his maiden State visit to India on Sunday
Jul 08, 2018, 07:50 AM IST
Economy set for a surge, India to double the size of GDP to $5 trillion: President Kovind
By 2025, India is expected to double the size of the GDP to USD 5 trillion, said Ram Nath Kovind.
Jul 01, 2018, 18:09 PM IST
PM Modi inquires about health of IAF guard who collapsed at Rashtrapati Bhavan
The IAF guard reportedly suffered a heat stroke during a ceremonial welcome for Seychelles President Danny Faure.
Jun 25, 2018, 11:29 AM IST
India seeks Cuba's help in empowering developing nations
President Ram Nath Kovind in Havana pointed out the "warmth and friendship" between the two nations, and insisted that developing countries "must work together to gain a better place in the global order".
Jun 23, 2018, 09:47 AM IST
Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi given additional charge of Tripura
President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday gave additional charge of Governor of Tripura to West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi for the period that Tripura Governor Tathagata Roy is on leave.
Jun 07, 2018, 14:37 PM IST
President Kovind, VP Naidu, PM Modi urge people to beat plastic pollution
World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5. Plastic pollution is becoming an increasing menace around the world and there is an increasing call for shunning its use.
Jun 05, 2018, 12:11 PM IST
BJP leaders Kummanam Rajasekharan, Ganeshi Lal appointed governors of Mizoram and Odisha respectively
BJP leaders Ganeshi Lal and Kummanam Rajasekharan have been appointed as Governors of Odisha and Mizoram respectively by President Ram Nath Kovind.
May 25, 2018, 22:47 PM IST
Caution PM Narendra Modi over using threatening language for Congress leaders: Manmohan Singh writes to President Ram Nath Kovind
The letter was also signed by other senior leaders of the grand old party.
May 14, 2018, 14:29 PM IST
Not defending Mohammad Ali Jinnah or his portrait, AMU students write to President Ram Nath Kovind
The Aligarh Muslim University Students Union (AMUSU) on Saturday wrote to President Ram Nath Kovind, urging his intervention to end the controversy over Muhammad Ali Jinnah's portrait on the university campus.
May 13, 2018, 01:05 AM IST
Ram Nath Kovind becomes first President in 14 years to visit Siachen, addresses soldiers
Addressing the soldiers, President Kovind said that as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and as the President of India, he has come among them carrying the gratitude of the entire country.
May 10, 2018, 23:15 PM IST
Don't bother giving us National Awards: Resul Pookutty on National Awards row
The award winners also signed a petition about the same, stating that they felt "dejected rather than honoured for our work".
May 05, 2018, 09:48 AM IST
What happened at National Film Awards 2018 was unfortunate, says Shatrughan Sinha
Shatrughan Sinha has the unique advantage of being common to both cinema and politics. Therefore, he shares the distress of the National Film Award winners who boycotted the function due to the limited presence of President Ram Nath Kovind.
May 04, 2018, 20:21 PM IST
Unfortunate Sridevi got National Award after she left: Boney Kapoor
Sridevi's husband and producer Boney Kapoor says the late actress gave her best to all the films that she did in her career and it is unfortunate that she is getting her first National Film Award after her death.
May 03, 2018, 19:50 PM IST
