India's first president, Rajendra Prasad, frequently disagreed with prime minister Nehru and sometimes subtly criticised the government in his public statements. In what many believe was a ...

She stressed the importance of citizens understanding India's cultural and intellectual heritage and contributing to the ...

was sworn in as India's new president on Monday. The 64-year-old former teacher comes from Odisha (Orissa) state and has had a stint as a state governor. Ms Murmu is the country's first tribal ...

Candidates nominated to be 'India's first citizen' are required to fork over ₹15,000 as deposit and submit a signed list of 50 proposers and 50 seconders. The President is elected by the members ...