India and Romania have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation, with President Droupadi Murmu's State Visit to Bucharest marking a significant milestone in the relationship between the two countries. During her meetings with Romanian President Nicușor Dan and senior government officials, both sides outlined an ambitious roadmap for strengthening collaboration across trade, defence, technology, education, energy, and innovation. The visit, the first by a

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar arrived in Mongolia’s capital today to begin a two-day official visit, marking an important step in strengthening the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between India and Mongolia. This engagement forms the first segment of his four-day East Asia tour, which will subsequently take him to the Republic of Korea for further high-level discussions. The visit highlights the growing convergence between the two nations on sh

Myanmar President General Min Aung Hlaing is on his first official visit to India since assuming the presidency in April 2026. The five-day visit, spanning May 30 to June 3, represents a significant milestone in India-Myanmar relations and reflects the strong commitment of both nations to enhance their multifaceted partnership. The visit began on May 30 with President Min Aung Hlaing paying homage at the sacred Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. This spiritual stop undersc

President Droupadi Murmu has expressed profound happiness over the successful conclusion of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement, describing it as a landmark achievement that will bring significant positive changes to the lives of people in both India and the European Union. Speaking at a banquet hosted at Rashtrapati Bhavan in honour of European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, President Murmu highlighted the de

India has officially begun Census 2027 , initiating one of the largest administrative and statistical exercises in the world. The process commenced with President Droupadi Murmu becoming the first citizen to complete self-enumeration at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Shortly after, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also participated in the digital process, encouraging citizens to take part actively. This symbolic beginning highlights the importance of the census in shaping governance and n

In a significant legislative development, Droupadi Murmu has granted assent to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, formally enacting it into law. The approval follows the bill’s passage in both Houses of Parliament in March 2026, marking a pivotal shift in India’s legal framework governing gender identity. The law is expected to come into force after official notification, but it has already ignited nationwide debate over its implications for

A major political controversy erupted following the recent visit of Droupadi Murmu , the President of India, to West Bengal . What was meant to be a significant cultural and community event soon turned into a national debate over respect for constitutional institutions and the conduct of the state government. During her visit to attend a gathering connected to the Santhal tribal community in northern West Bengal , concerns were raised regarding the arrangements made for the P

In a significant step toward strengthening women’s empowerment in the national capital, Droupadi Murmu inaugurated a series of welfare initiatives in New Delhi under the banner “Sashakt Naari, Samriddh Delhi.” The event, held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, marked one of the most comprehensive efforts by the Delhi government to enhance women’s mobility, financial independence, and social security. Addressing the gathering, the President emphasized that empowering women