Rashtrapati Bhavan

Dawn of a new era in friendship: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Netanyahu reflected that his reciprocal visit would take India-Israel ties forward in multiple areas of cooperation.

Jan 15, 2018, 10:42 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to sign key agreements in cyber security, space and energy

Visiting Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set for the full-scale Indian diplomatic experience today. After a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Netanyahu is set to hold a summit meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which is expected to be topped off by a joint statement.

Jan 15, 2018, 07:13 AM IST

Shaadi Mein Zaroon Aana to be screened at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Lately, small-town stories are receiving a positive response at the box office. Bachchan believes it is relatability which is a core factor for these films clicking with the audience.

Dec 23, 2017, 17:35 PM IST

Rashtrapati Bhavan now open for public four days a week, visits can be booked online

Rashtrapati Bhavan will now be open for public viewing for four days a week.

Nov 22, 2017, 19:21 PM IST

Rashtrapati Bhavan open for public - four days a week

Rashtrapati Bhavan, the sprawling official residence of the Indian President, will now be open for public viewing -- four days a week.

Nov 22, 2017, 14:56 PM IST

Empower citizen to file complaint from home: President Ram Nath Kovind to cops

President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday asked police officers to encourage and create an "ideal" system where citizens were able to file their complaints without having to go to a police station.

Nov 13, 2017, 20:56 PM IST

Tipu Sultan controversy: Karnataka CM says they didn't prepare President's speech

After BJP MLAs alleged that the ruling Congress forced President Ram Nath Kovind to praise Tipu Sultan, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Wednesday that his speech was not prepared by the state government.

Oct 25, 2017, 19:48 PM IST

After Som's Taj Mahal remark, Azam Khan wants Rashtrapati Bhavan demolished

In what is fast becoming a week defined by controversial remarks by politicians, Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan may have felt a little left behind. A day after BJP's Sangeet Som called Taj Mahal a blot on Indian culture, the former Uttar Pradesh minister described Rashtrapati Bhavan as a sign of slavery.

Oct 17, 2017, 10:59 AM IST

Sitharaman joins powerful ''sisterhood'' of female defence ministers

Nirmala Sitharaman is now a member of a powerful sisterhood of 16 female defence ministers, in a sign of rising women empowerment in an overwhelmingly male-dominated arena.

Sep 04, 2017, 10:01 AM IST

Uma Bharti skips Cabinet reshuffle, attends event in Jhansi

The mega cabinate reshuffle took place on Sunday at Ashok Hall of Parliament and was witnessed by President Ram Nath Kovind, PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Rajnath Singh among several other senior leaders.

Sep 03, 2017, 13:49 PM IST

Modi cabinet reshuffle: 9 new faces in, 4 old hands elevated

Nine new faces took oath as new members of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's council of ministers while three ministers were elevated to cabinet rank on Sunday morning at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The suspense continues on who will get what portfolio.

Sep 03, 2017, 11:10 AM IST

Shiv Sena unhappy over Cabinet reshuffle, skips oath-taking ceremony

An hour ahead of much-awaited reshuffle in the Modi cabinet, the souring relationship between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its ally Shiv Sena was visible as the latter has decided not to attend the swearing-in ceremony of new ministers on Sunday at Rashtrapati Bhavan. 

Sep 03, 2017, 10:02 AM IST

President invites Swiss firms to join India initiatives

Citing Switzerland as one of the oldest democracies and India as the largest democracy in the world, Kovind recalled signing of a treaty of friendship between the two nations in New Delhi in August 1948.

Sep 01, 2017, 16:39 PM IST

Anupam Kher dines with Swiss President

Veteran actor Anupam Kher dined with Swiss President Doris Leuthard at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here.

Sep 01, 2017, 12:48 PM IST

'Machher jhol' off menu, only veg thali at Rashtrapati Bhavan kitchen

President Ram Nath Kovind is strictly vegetarian and prefers simple and masala-free food. Hence, the cooks at the Rashtrapati Bhavan kitchen have reportedly been asked to follow only a vegetarian menu.

Aug 20, 2017, 20:04 PM IST

Rashtrapati Bhavan should be accessible to maximum number of people: President Ram Nath Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday said that Rashtrapati Bhavan should be accessible to as many people as possible and an updated website can ensure that more and more people can be part of its online community.

Aug 19, 2017, 17:06 PM IST

Venkaiah Naidu sworn-in as 13th Vice President of India

Former Union Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu was sworn-in as the 13th Vice President of India today, succeeding Hamid Ansari, in a glittering ceremony today.

Aug 11, 2017, 11:42 AM IST

Venkaiah Naidu Vice-Presidential Ceremony LIVE News Updates: Veteran BJP leader visits Raj Ghat

 The 68-year-old politican veteran, who secured an easy victory against Opponent Gopal Krishna Gandhi, was previously serving as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting.

Aug 11, 2017, 10:21 AM IST

'Sacred' Rameswaram gave India one of its most famous sons: Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Paying tribute to the People`s President, Prime Minister Modi said that Dr. Kalam always reflected the simplicity, depth and calmness of Rameswaram.

Jul 27, 2017, 16:31 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi meets President Ram Nath Kovind

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met President Ram Nath Kovind, a day after the latter assumed the top Constitutional office.

Jul 26, 2017, 12:36 PM IST