Pranab Mukherjee

Pranabda struck a chord with people of Bangladesh with his wisdom and warmth

September 11, 2020 10:06 am

Pranabda will always be fondly remembered by Bangladesh’s 165 million people as our special jamai who did so much for Bangladesh from the time of our Liberation war until his death.

Donald Trump, Mike Pompeo mourn death of Pranab Mukherjee

September 02, 2020 2:09 pm

"I was saddened to learn of the passing of India's former President, Pranab Mukherjee,” Trump tweeted on Tuesday.

A full life

September 02, 2020 8:56 am

As politician, administrator and statesman, Pranab Mukherjee built a rich legacy and remained relevant till the end

Pranab Mukherjee had the ability to push opposing views towards common ground

September 02, 2020 8:49 am

It was this ability to carry no baggage and, above all, no resentment at having been wronged that Pranab Mukherjee exemplified and imparted to others.

Pranab Mukherjee (1935-2020): A farewell amid tears, PPEs

September 02, 2020 1:51 am

Mukherjee, who was 84, and a recipient of Bharat Ratna, the country’s highest civilian honour, died at the Army Research and Referral Hospital in Delhi on Monday. He had undergone surgery at the hospital early last month.

Amid Covid-19 protocols, former President Pranab Mukherjee cremated with state honours

September 01, 2020 4:41 pm

Upkeeping the Covid-19 protocols, those who arrived to catch a glimpse of Pranab Mukherjee for one last time and to pay their tribute wore masks and face shields and maintained six-feet distance.

Pranab Mukherjee's death huge loss for Sino-India friendship: China

September 01, 2020 2:51 pm

"Former President Mukherjee was a veteran statesman of India. In his 50 years in politics, he made positive contributions to China-India relations," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying told a media briefing here, replying to a question.

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September 01, 2020 8:58 am

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Maharashtra: Koshyari pays tribute to Mukherjee

September 01, 2020 1:42 pm

“Pranab Mukherjee belonged to the small league of distinguished politicians in the post-Independence India who left an indelible imprint in public life with sheer intellect, efficiency, organisational competence, vast experience and statesmanship," said Koshyari.

Pranab Mukherjee was a man of government, who saw consensus as the way to administer India

September 01, 2020 8:48 am

India will remember Pranabda for his contribution as a minister heading virtually every important ministry. He will also be remembered as a leader who believed in holding conversations across the political divide.

Former President Pranab Mukherjee cremated with full state honours

September 01, 2020 4:49 pm

Mukherjee passed away on Monday evening at the age of 84 after his condition declined earlier in the day and he suffered a septic shock due to his lung infection, the Army’s Research and Referral Hospital said.

Remembering Pranab Mukherjee: 13 rare photos of former President from Express archives

September 02, 2020 11:08 am

Former president Pranab Mukherjee passed away on August 31. He was 84. The once Congress stalwart wore many hats over the last five decades in public life and 37 years in Parliament. He was conferred the Bharat Ratna last year.

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May 26, 2017 11:37 am

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January 26, 2017 1:45 pm

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May 24, 2016 12:08 pm

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President Pranab Mukherjee throws open Mughal Gardens to the public

February 12, 2016 2:36 pm

President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday (February 11) inaugurated annual 'Udyanotsav', which marked the annual opening of Mughal Gardens to the public.

International Fleet Review 2016: Glimpses of Indian Navy's majestic display

February 06, 2016 5:57 pm

President Pranab Mukherjee inspected one of the largest maritime events in the recent past, as International Fleet Review 2016 (IFR 2016) took place off the Visakhapatnam coast on Saturday (February 6).

President Mukherjee, PM Modi, Sonia remember Mahatma Gandhi on his 68th death anniversary

January 30, 2016 2:10 pm

President Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Congress President Sonia Gandhi remembered Mahatma Gandhi on his 68th death anniversary and paid homage to the Father of the Nation.

Rashtrapati Bhawan gears up for Beating Retreat ceremony

January 27, 2016 10:10 pm

Rashtrapati Bhawan gets illuminated during the full dress rehearsal for the Beating Retreat ceremony, in New Delhi.

President Pranab Mukherjee hosts At Home: Hollande, Modi, Sonia, Kejriwal attend the reception

January 27, 2016 1:05 pm

President Pranab Mukhrjee hosted the At Home reception at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on January 26. French President Francois Hollande, who was the chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congres President Sonia Gandhi, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Foreigmn Affairs minister Sushma Swaraj, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejirwal attended the event.

Opinion | The Importance Of Being President Pranab Mukherjee

June 22, 2020 6:59 pm

Presidential Polls 2017

June 22, 2020 7:00 pm

President Pranab Mukherjee Lists Modi Government's Achievements Ahead Of Budget 2017

June 22, 2020 7:12 pm

President Pranab Mukherjee Warns Modi Government Regarding Demonetisation

June 22, 2020 7:15 pm

Here's What Opposition Leaders Told President Pranab Mukherjee Following Parliament Deadlock

June 22, 2020 7:17 pm

President Pranab Mukherjee Criticises Parliament Disruptions Over Demonetisation

June 22, 2020 7:18 pm

President Mukherjee ignored burning issues in his speech: Sitaram

February 23, 2016 2:26 pm

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury on Tuesday said President Pranab Mukherjee did not mention anything about the burning issues in the country in his speech while addressing the Parliament on the first day of Budget Session 2016-17. He further said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trying to change the Indian Republic into RSS's version of 'Fascist Hindu Rashtra'.

Budget Session: President Mukherjee leaves for Parliament

February 23, 2016 6:34 am

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday left his official residence to attend the Budget Session. Mukherjee will address both Houses on his government's plans, policies and vision for the year ahead. The Budget Session of Parliament is commencing today and is expected to have a stormy start over a host of issues, including the JNU row, Rohith Vemula suicide case and Pathankot terror attack.

Strict action should be taken against anti-national people: Rahul

February 18, 2016 10:00 am

New Delhi, Feb 18 (ANI): Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Thursday led a delegation to meet President Pranab Mukherjee to discuss the Jawaharlal Nehru University row. Talking to mediapersons after the meeting, he said strict action should be taken against the people raising anti-national slogans. Rahul added that because of few students, the entire university should not be held responsible, adding the JNU row has damaged India's image globally. He further said that RSS and Centre are trying to impose their ideology on the entire nation and Congress will not let it happen.

Congress leaders meet President, brief him on Arunachal Pradesh

February 16, 2016 4:56 pm

New Delhi, Feb 16 (ANI): Senior Congress leaders, including Ghulam Nabi Azad, Kapil Sibal met President Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday evening to brief him about the happenings in Arunachal Pradesh. Briefing the media after meeting the President, Congress leader Sibal said they have requested the former to ensure that the Constitution is followed and obeyed in formation of government in Arunachal Pradesh. He further said that any act of Centre to swear in Khaliko Pul would be unconstitutional.