Elderly Woman Found Dead in Bargarh House Fire
Police discovered the half-burnt body of 61-year-old Draupadi Mahapatra in her Hatpada home. Authorities suspect electrocution from a heater caused the fatal fire.
Police discovered the half-burnt body of 61-year-old Draupadi Mahapatra in her Hatpada home. Authorities suspect electrocution from a heater caused the fatal fire.
President Draupadi Murmu's scheduled visit to Jalandhar for NIT's convocation was cancelled due to fog at Adampur airbase. Governor Gulab Chand Kataria presided, awarding degrees to 1,454 students.
President Droupadi Murmu displayed her simplicity by stopping her convoy in Jamshedpur to interact with locals. She spent 15 minutes greeting the enthusiastic crowd, including children, and extended New Year wishes. Read the heartwarming details.
President Droupadi Murmu will be the chief guest at the grand finale of the two-day Antar-Rajiye Jansanskritik Samagam in Gumla's Manjhatoli. Over 1000 groups from three states to showcase tribal culture.
Ranchi administration enforces strict no-fly zone and major traffic restrictions from Dec 29-30 for President Droupadi Murmu's security during her Jharkhand visit. Details here.
President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi paid homage to Guru Gobind Singh on his 357th birth anniversary. Read about the national tributes and the Guru's lasting legacy.
President Droupadi Murmu will embark on a submarine sea sortie from Karwar on December 28. Fishing is banned along an 18-km stretch for the visit. Read the full story.
President Droupadi Murmu's Dec 29 visit to Jamshedpur triggers major road repairs, encroachment removal, and civic improvements, bringing relief to residents after years of neglect.
Esther Lalduhomi Hnamte, a 9-year-old singer from Lunglei, becomes the first child from Mizoram to receive the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Bal Shakti Puraskar from President Murmu. Read her inspiring story.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 20 exceptional children on December 26, 2025. Read about the ceremony and the honourees.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 26, 2025. The President's office shared official images from the engagement. Read the full report.
A 14-year-old judo player from a Maoist-affected village in Chhattisgarh was honoured with the PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar by President Droupadi Murmu. Read her inspiring journey of triumph.
India's cricket prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 14, receives the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from President Murmu. Discover his record-breaking journey from IPL to youth cricket.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Dinesh Khatik cites Draupadi's curse as reason for reluctance to contest from Hastinapur again. Read the full story on this political folklore twist.
BJP leader Nitin Nabin held courtesy meetings with President Droupadi Murmu and former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on December 25. Read about the discussions and the inspiration drawn from these constitutional stalwarts.
President Droupadi Murmu met India's boxing stars at Rashtrapati Bhavan, praising their international success. The delegation included Olympic medalist Vijender Singh and women champions.
President Droupadi Murmu releases the Constitution in Santhali, written in Ol Chiki script. A landmark moment for tribal language preservation and accessibility. Read more about this historic event.
President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Sadaiv Atal memorial on his 6th death anniversary. Read more.
Dibyendu Das from IISER Kolkata receives the Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award 2025 from President Murmu. Discover his groundbreaking chemistry research and this top scientific honour.
Jyoshna Sabar, a 17-year-old weightlifter from Gajapati's remote village, selected for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. President Murmu to confer the honour in Delhi. Read her inspiring journey.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 upon eminent scientists at Rashtrapati Bhavan, honouring their groundbreaking contributions.
President Droupadi Murmu presented the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar to 24 eminent scientists, including a posthumous Vigyan Ratna for physicist Jayant Narlikar. Discover the awardees and their groundbreaking contributions.
Jamshedpur imposes a drone and aerial activity ban on Dec 28-29 for President Droupadi Murmu's visit, which includes a seminar on Ol Chiki script and an NIT convocation. Get all the details here.
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, replacing MGNREGA. The new law increases guaranteed employment to 125 days and changes funding patterns. Explore the key differences.
Bengaluru police are investigating a viral deepfake video that falsely shows President Droupadi Murmu promoting fraudulent investment schemes. Authorities warn citizens to be vigilant.
President Droupadi Murmu felicitated Tamanna, a visually-impaired Class 12 student, for her academic excellence. Discover her inspiring journey and the recognition at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
RTI activist files complaint over Rs 20.7 lakh helipad expenditure for President Murmu's Sabarimala visit. CM orders probe after chopper wheels sink. Read the full details.
President Droupadi Murmu visited Tamil Nadu's Sripuram Golden Temple in Vellore. Over 1,000 police ensured security. Read about the high-profile visit details.
Hyderabad braces for major traffic disruptions on December 17 due to President Murmu's visit. Check key restrictions, diversions, and alternate routes for a smooth commute.
President Droupadi Murmu, at Malavalli event, said India's spiritual institutions teach compassion & collective responsibility, essential alongside tech for 2047 vision. Read more.