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President Droupadi Murmu underscored the urgent need for a spiritual connection with nature while receiving Vriksha Vedam 2.0 at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Appreciating the Green India Challenge, she noted the plantation of nearly 19.6 crore saplings over eight years and urged citizens to take collective responsibility for environmental protection.

Droupadi Murmu approved the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing graded punishment for harm against transgender persons while excluding gays and lesbians. The move drew opposition criticism over identity rights and provisions requiring official certification of transgender status

President Droupadi Murmu visited Mathura and Vrindavan, offering prayers at प्रमुख temples, meeting saints, and attending rituals. She will inaugurate a hospital oncology block and continue spiritual engagements, including Govardhan Parikrama, during her three-day Uttar Pradesh visit

President Droupadi Murmu visited the Ram Temple to install a 150-kg gold-plated Shri Ram Yantra. The yantra, based on Vedic mathematics, symbolizes divine energy, with heightened security and ceremonial rituals marking the occasion

The Akshaya Patra Foundation celebrated serving five billion meals and completing 25 years of service at an event in New Delhi attended by President Droupadi Murmu, who lauded its contribution to child nutrition and education across India

The West Bengal government submitted a report to the Union Home Ministry responding to queries on alleged protocol violations during President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to North Bengal. The state denied lapses, saying local officials followed procedures, amid political tensions and criticism over the visit

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of attempting to replace the Indian Constitution with its party manifesto. She vowed to resist what she described as BJP’s “Banglabirodhi agenda” through a dharna at Dharamtala.

President Droupadi Murmu flew as co-pilot in the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter ‘Prachand’ at Jaisalmer near the India-Pakistan border, marking a significant morale-boosting gesture for the armed forces.

The Indian Air Force will hold its largest exercise, Vayu Shakti-2026, at Pokhran near the Pakistan border, with President Droupadi Murmu co-piloting LCH Prachand. Rafale, Sukhoi-30 MKI and Apache helicopters will showcase combat capabilities amid heightened security

President Droupadi Murmu was welcomed at Parliament by VP Radhakrishnan, PM Modi, and LS Speaker Om Birla, with the ceremonial ‘Sengol’ procession marking the start of the Budget Session. She received a guard of honour and addressed the joint sitting

President Droupadi Murmu presided over the 77th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path, marked by a revived traditional buggy, cutting-edge military displays, a grand flypast, and cultural performances celebrating ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Ashoka Chakra on Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla at Republic Day celebrations, honouring his historic achievement as the first Indian to visit the International Space Station during the Axiom-4 mission

President Droupadi Murmu and Republic Day Chief Guests arrived at Kartavya Path in a traditional buggy as India showcased military strength, cultural diversity and 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’ during a grand parade marked by advanced defence platforms and a spectacular flypast.

On Army Day 2026, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt tributes to the Indian Army, praising its courage, professionalism and supreme sacrifice. The Prime Minister lauded soldiers’ selfless service and remembered those who laid down their lives in duty.

US Ambassador Sergio Gor presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, signaling efforts to strengthen India-US ties. Previously White House personnel director, Gor emphasized India’s centrality to US relations and ongoing discussions on a trade deal

President Droupadi Murmu has approved the summoning of Parliament for the Budget Session 2026, scheduled from January 28 to April 2 in two phases. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present the Union Budget on February 1, a rare Sunday occurrence.

Resonance Educational Institutions, Hyderabad, felicitated student Padakanti Viswanath Karthikey, recipient of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. At 16, he became the youngest Indian and world’s second youngest to complete the Seven Summits Challenge. He now aims to join the NDA

Para athletes Shivani from Andhra Pradesh and Jyoti from Haryana were honoured with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar by President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi. Both were trained by the Aditya Mehta Foundation and recognised for their sporting excellence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the release of the Constitution of India in the Santhali language, calling it commendable for boosting constitutional awareness among tribal communities. President Droupadi Murmu released the Ol Chiki script version, highlighting inclusivity and democratic participation

President Droupadi Murmu, addressing the national conference of Public Service Commission (PSC) chairpersons in Hyderabad, emphasised that integrity and honesty must be the foremost criteria in recruitment. She noted that while skills can be acquired, lack of ethical orientation poses grave challenges.