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Sawan Barwal ended India’s 44-year wait for an Asian Games marathon medal by winning silver in Nagoya. He clocked 2:11:37 to set a national record, finishing behind Japan’s Ichitaka Yamashita and becoming the first Indian man to win the medal abroad.

President Droupadi Murmu congratulated India’s women’s cricket team on winning the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup, calling the players a source of inspiration for the country’s youth. India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs to claim a record-extending eighth title.

President Droupadi Murmu flagged off the inaugural Soldierathon at Rashtrapati Bhavan, celebrating the 253-year legacy of the President's Bodyguard. The event honours Indian Armed Forces, promotes civilian-military solidarity, supports troop welfare, and raises funds for rehabilitation of injured soldiers and regiment horses

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Bucharest on Thursday for the final leg of her three-nation State Visit. She will hold talks with Romania's top leadership, address the India-Romania Business Forum and engage with the Indian community to deepen bilateral cooperation.

President Droupadi Murmu embarked on State visits to Moldova, North Macedonia and Romania, marking India's renewed diplomatic outreach to Eastern Europe. The tour aims to strengthen political, economic and strategic ties while expanding cooperation in trade, technology, healthcare, education and people-to-people exchanges.

President Droupadi Murmu unveiled and flagged off the Durand Cup Tournament 2026 trophies at Rashtrapati Bhavan, praising the tournament's role in nurturing football talent. She welcomed the participation of new teams and wished all players success ahead of the competition beginning on July 25

Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth, accompanied by spouse Komal Seth, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Recently assuming office, he has outlined the Army’s ‘VIJAY’ vision, focusing on vigilance, innovation, jointness, self-reliance and soldier welfare

President Droupadi Murmu stated that India’s 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision relies entirely on youth energy and innovation. Speaking at the Central University of Andhra Pradesh convocation, she urged graduates to embrace emerging technologies and give back to society

Vice Admiral K Srinivas, Director General, Naval Projects, Visakhapatnam, has been awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal by President Droupadi Murmu for distinguished service. A 1990 Indian Navy officer, he has served in several key operational, technical, and strategic appointments over 35 years.

President Droupadi Murmu urged tribal youth to mentally prepare for change and help improve society by using government support effectively. Addressing the first convocation of the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh, she called on graduates to contribute to inclusive national development

Hockey India congratulated veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia for receiving the Padma Shri from President Droupadi Murmu. Punia, an all-time great with over 300 caps, dedicated the honour to her family and teammates for supporting her historic journey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, praising her dedication to public service and social welfare. Leaders across the country lauded her inspiring journey from a tribal village in Odisha to becoming India's first tribal woman President.

President Droupadi Murmu reviewed the IMA passing-out parade in Dehradun, where 515 officer cadets, including the first-ever batch of nine women officer cadets, were commissioned into the Indian Army. She described the occasion as a watershed moment for the academy

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the President’s Police Colour on Sikkim Police, making it the 15th state and third in the northeast to receive the honour. She urged police to embrace technology against cybercrime, while CM Tamang hailed the recognition 

The Union Home Ministry told Karnataka that existing laws like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita are sufficient to tackle hate speech and hate crimes, questioning the need for a separate state law. The controversial Bill faces opposition over concerns about free speech and potential political misuse

Telangana Cheriyal artist Dhanalakota Saikiran was honoured by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan during the ‘Artist-in-Residence’ programme. Representing the State along with NP Gnaneshwar, he received national recognition for his contribution to traditional Cheriyal painting

The Centre has sought an explanation from the West Bengal government over alleged protocol lapses during President Droupadi Murmu’s visit. Questions were raised over venue changes, low turnout, absence of senior officials and violations of Blue Book rules governing presidential security.

President Droupadi Murmu announced a major reshuffle of Governors late Thursday night. Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has been made Telangana Governor in place of Jishnu Dev Varma.

Patriotic tunes echoed across Raisina Hill during the Beating Retreat ceremony, marking the conclusion of Republic Day celebrations. The event, presided over by President Droupadi Murmu, also commemorated 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'

President Droupadi Murmu presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 20 children from 18 states, recognising achievements in art, sports, culture, and innovation. The event coincided with Veer Bal Diwas, honouring the courage of Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s sons