After his formal appointment by the Union government, Justice Sanjiv Khanna officially took oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India in a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He succeeded Justice DY Chandrachud, who had recommended him as his successor in line with constitutional norms. With a distinguished four-decade long judicial career, Justice Khanna is set to serve a short six-month tenure before his retirement in May 2025.
President Droupadi Murmu of India has renamed two iconic halls of the Rashtrapati Bhavan to Ganatantra Mandap and Ashok Mandap, marking a shift towards Indian cultural values and ethos. The Durbar Hall, which is used for important ceremonies and celebrations, has been renamed to honour India's status as a Republic. Similarly, the Ashok Hall, originally a ballroom, has been renamed to honour Emperor Ashok, a symbol of unity and peaceful co-existence. This move is seen as a step towards removing British influence and upholding key Indian values.
India's Rashtrapati Bhavan has announced the renaming of two historic buildings - Durbar Hall and Ashok Hall, as Ganatantra Mandap and Ashok Mandap. The decision was made to reflect the country's shift from a monarchy to a republic. This change signifies the deep-rooted concept of 'Ganatantra' in Indian society.
President Droupadi Murmu honored personnel of the armed forces, Central Armed Police Forces, and state/Union Territory Police with 26 Shaurya Chakras, including seven posthumous, for their bravery and steadfastness in duty. The ceremony, held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on July 5, 2024, recognized the exceptional courage demonstrated by awardees in the face of adversity. The Shaurya Chakra is India's third-highest peacetime gallantry award and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and dedication of our brave soldiers.
Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received a warm welcome from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhawan on her second visit to the country this month. During her visit, Hasina paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and held bilateral consultations with Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. With her visit, Hasina emphasizes the strong and abiding relations between Bangladesh and India, further solidifying the two countries' special partnership.
A bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori temple in Jammu and Kashmir came under heavy terrorist fire in the Reasi district, causing the driver to lose control and drive into a deep gorge. 10 people have been confirmed dead in the attack, and 33 others have been injured. The incident occurred on Sunday, at the same time that ministers of the third Modi government were taking oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi. A rescue operation was launched, and initial reports suggest that the victims were not locals and may have been from Uttar Pradesh.
The oath-taking ceremony of Bharatiya Janata Party MP Durga Das Uikey at the Rashtrapati Bhavan caught the attention of social media users for an unexpected reason - a video of a mysterious animal sauntering in the corridor. While some speculated it to be a big cat, the Delhi police dispelled rumors by confirming it to be a domestic cat. This incident has sparked curiosity about security measures in the presidential estate, with no prior reports of leopards being present.
In a landmark event at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Narendra Modi has taken the oath of Prime Minister for the third time, solidifying his position as the leader of India. Among his fellow ministers is H D Kumaraswamy, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka and son of former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda. This move marks a significant shift in the political landscape of the country.
On Sunday, June 9, Narendra Modi took oath at the Rashtrapati Bhavan for his third term as the Prime Minister of India. He is the first three-term Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru. Over 72 ministers, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and Nirmala Sitharaman, have also taken the oath. The ceremony was attended by world leaders like Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth. The event can be streamed live on the News18 website and social media platforms.
The prestigious Padma Awards were recently conferred upon several prominent individuals, including former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu and renowned Bharatanatyam dancer Padma Subrahmanyam. The awards, which are given in recognition of exceptional and distinguished service in various fields, were presented at a ceremonial function attended by notable figures such as Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.