In her first address to the joint sitting in the new Parliament building, Murmu said a country can progress at a fast pace only when it defeats the challenges of the past and puts maximum energy into building the future.
For the first time in history, India won more than 100 medals at the Asian Games bettering their effort from the last edition. It was a historic time for the country as the athletes yet again made the country proud with their excellent show in Hangzhou.
The economy grew 7.80 per cent and 7.60 per cent during the April-June and July-September quarters of the FY24, respectively.
President Droupadi Murmu, during her budget session speech, hailed the work done by the Modi government and counted its achievements including Ram Mandir, G20, Atal Tunnel, Article 370 abrogation, managing corona, abolishing triple talaq among others.
The historic "Sengol" was installed at the new parliament building by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2023. The scepter was placed near the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair in the new Parliament building. In Tamil culture, 'Sengol' has huge importance since the time of the Chola dynasty.
President Murmu during her joint address ahead of the Budget Session said that the last year was full of accomplishments for India. She also said that schemes like 'Make in India', 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' have become India's strengths.
Traffic had been restricted on Kartavya Path between Vijay Chowk and 'C' hexagon with commuters being advised to take alternative routes like Ring Road, Ridge Road, Aurobindo Marg, Madrasa T-Point, Lodhi Road, Safdarjung Road, Kamal Ataturk Marg, Rani Jhansi Road, and Minto Road.
In Jaipur, PM Modi Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held wide-ranging talks to further consolidate India-France strategic cooperation, especially in areas of defence, security, trade and clean energy.
Foxconn, a leading electronics manufacturer and technology solutions provider in the world, has rapidly expanded its presence in India to diversify production from China. Foxconn is in the process of setting up an outsourced semiconductor assembly in India.
A 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France will take part in the Republic Day parade. Two Rafale fighters and an Airbus A330 multi-role tanker transport aircraft of the French Air Force will also feature in the celebrations.
Republic Day 2024: As India celebrates its 75th Republic Day today, President Droupadi Murmu is leading a grand parade at Kartavya Path. The day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India and the country's transition to a Republic in 1950.
The defence decorations also included eight Bar to Sena Medals (devotion to duty), 38 Sena Medals (devotion to duty), 10 Nao Sena Medals, 14 Vayu Sena Medals, five Bar to Vishisht Seva Medal and 130 Vishisht Seva Medals.
"I extend my hearty greetings to all of you on the eve of the seventy-fifth Republic Day," said President Droupadi Murmu during her nation address on Republic Day eve.
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PM Modi on Monday performed the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla's idol at the grand Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The consecration ceremony was attended by nearly 8,000 esteemed guests.
The president called for collective efforts and urged youngsters to become beacons for the entire world.
Ayodhya Ram temple: The historic ritual of 'Pran Pratistha' of Ram Lalla will take place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya Temple will be held at 12:30 pm today.
In a historic event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to partake in the Pran Pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of Shri Ramlalla at the newly constructed Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya, commencing at approximately 12 noon on January 22, 2024.
The awards are given to childern between the age group 5-18 years for the excellence in seven categories namely bravery, art & culture, environment, innovation, science & technology, social service and sports that deserve national recognition.
President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi extended Army Day wishes to the Indian Army personnel. The President remembered the families of the soldiers. PM Modi shared a special video message for them on the occasion.
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