Tag: Rashtrapati Bhavan

Justice Surya Kant was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India in a dignified ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath. A distinguished jurist with over three decades of experience, Justice Kant succeeds CJI D.Y. Chandrachud and is known for his progressive rulings on environmental protection, transparency, and human rights. As he takes charge during a period of rising caseloads and complex legal challenges, his tenure is expected to prioritize judicial reforms, faster case disposal, and strengthening public confidence in the judiciary.

Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam concluded his week-long India visit with a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The leaders reaffirmed the deep-rooted cultural, spiritual, and familial ties between India and Mauritius, highlighting trade, maritime security, climate resilience, and youth empowerment as future priorities. Ramgoolam’s visit, which included meetings with PM Modi, Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, and spiritual stops at Ayodhya and Tirupati, strengthened the “Enhanced Strategic Partnership,” cementing Mauritius’ role as India’s closest ally in the Indian Ocean.

New Delhi, August 17, 2025: A distinguished dignitary expressed pride and gratitude after being invited by President Droupadi Murmu to the prestigious ‘At-Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day. The invitee called the moment “an unparalleled honor,” marking the celebration as a symbol of national unity, pride, and shared responsibility towards India’s progress.