Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged President Droupadi Murmu to intervene in the ongoing Manipur violence, citing the state government’s failure to restore peace and the Prime Minister’s absence. Rights activist Irom Sharmila echoed these concerns, demanding Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s resignation. The crisis, marked by over 300 deaths and widespread displacement, continues to escalate.
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has requested President Droupadi Murmu’s intervention after Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s helicopter takeoff was delayed due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s security protocols. The incident, reported by ANI, highlights tensions surrounding security arrangements for high-profile visits in India.
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar, accompanied by Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, presented President Droupadi Murmu with the names of newly elected Lok Sabha members at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won the majority in the elections, while Narendra Modi is set to take oath as the head of the coalition government for a third term. The meeting is part of the process for the formation of the 18th Lok Sabha, and the newly elected members are expected to meet on June 7 to formally elect Mr. Modi as their leader.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Council of Ministers tendered their resignations to President Droupadi Murmu, who accepted the resignations and asked the government to continue until a new one is formed. The Cabinet also recommended the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 240 seats in the recent elections, down from 303 in 2019, while the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured 293 seats, crossing the halfway mark for a third term. The opposition alliance led by the Indian National Congress won 233 seats. Despite the NDA’s victory, its reduced majority in Parliament may delay further reforms.
President Droupadi Murmu paid obeisance and performed ‘aarti’ at the Ram temple in Ayodhya on Wednesday. She also took part in the Sarayu ‘aarti’ and performed puja at the Hanumangarhi temple. This was Murmu’s first visit to Ayodhya since the consecration ceremony of the newly-built Ram temple on January 22.
President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the need to re-evaluate development standards and stressed the vital importance of forest conservation. She expressed concern over the rapid depletion of forest resources and emphasized the need for ecocentric priorities to protect the earth’s resources for the well-being of humanity.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the accomplishments of Padma Shri recipients at the Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The awards honor individuals for their remarkable contributions in various fields and their positive impact on society. President Droupadi Murmu bestowed 3 Padma Vibhushan, 8 Padma Bhushan, and 55 Padma Shri Awards during the ceremony.
Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty was honored with the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday. The actor, known for his iconic performances, expressed his gratitude for receiving the prestigious award.
On April 22, 2024, President Droupadi Murmu bestowed the prestigious Padma Awards upon several notable individuals. The awards are categorized into three tiers: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. These honors recognize exceptional contributions in various fields and are regarded as among the highest civilian distinctions in India. The President approved 132 Padma awards for 2024, including five Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan, and 110 Padma Shri awards.
