Govt taking comprehensive steps for exam reforms, says President Murmu in address to nation

President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: The address began at 7 pm. President Murmu said the nation belonged to the entire community and that every citizen had a role in the country’s progress and development.

President Droupadi Murmu is addressing the nation on the eve of Independence Day. (YouTube)

President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the government was taking comprehensive measures to reform the examination system and curb unfair means in public exams. The reforms, she said, were aimed at making examinations more transparent, secure and trustworthy for students and young people....Read More

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• 14 Aug 2026, 08:38:43 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: What Murmu said on the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said Operation Sindoor sent a “clear and firm message” to terrorists and their supporters that they would face consequences for their actions, regardless of where they hid. She also said the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with a country that “harbours terrorism” was a decisive step in India’s national interest, particularly for farmers. Read the full copy here.

• 14 Aug 2026, 08:16:36 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Viksit Bharat by 2047

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India is moving towards building a Viksit Bharat by 2047. She stressed that the benefits of development should reach every citizen as India progresses towards becoming a modern nation.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:54:34 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Top quotes from Murmu's speech

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Here are a few of the top quotes from her address:

  “On May 7, we marked the completion of one year since the beginning of Operation Sindoor and remembered the unparalleled valour of our armed forces.”

  “The operation against terrorism was a testament to the Indian armed forces’ precise capabilities. A strong message was sent to terrorists and their supporters that no matter where they hide, they will certainly be punished for their actions.”

  “Suspending the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with a country that supports terrorism is a decisive step in the interest of the nation and its farmers.”

  “The government is taking comprehensive steps to reform examinations.”

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:40:08 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: What President Murmu said on Pakistan

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu recalled Operation Sindoor and praised the valour of India’s armed forces. She said the operation sent a strong message to terrorists and their supporters that they would be punished, regardless of where they hide.

  Referring to Pakistan, Murmu said the decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with a country that supports terrorism was taken in the national interest. She said the move was also aimed at protecting the interests of Indian farmers.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:37:22 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Government prioritising upliftment of deprived sections, says Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said the upliftment of deprived sections has been given priority. She also highlighted the efforts to set new standards in women’s empowerment and development.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:33:25 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu pays tribute to freedom fighters on eve of Independence Day

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said, “I humbly bow to all the great sons and daughters of the country whose efforts led to our independence.”

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:28:43 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu says every citizen has a role in nation-building

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said the nation belongs to the entire community and added that every citizen has a role in the country’s progress and development.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:27:41 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu says education reforms to curb cheating, ensure trustworthy exams

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: The president said that the government is taking comprehensive steps to reform the examination system, with the aim of curbing unfair means in public examinations and making the process more transparent, secure and trustworthy for students and young people.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:26:36 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Terrorists will have to pay for their crimes, says Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Speaking about 1 year of Operation Sindoor, President Droupadi Murmu said terrorists and those responsible for attacks will have to face the consequences and said that terrorism will not go unanswered.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:25:30 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu says everyone’s support needed for students’ safety, future

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said everyone’s support is needed to ensure the present and future security of students. She added that the government is taking comprehensive steps to reform the examination system.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:24:46 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Sports playing key role in nation’s development, says Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu highlighted the role of sports in national development, saying initiatives such as Khelo India are helping build a strong sports ecosystem across the country. She said these efforts are producing positive results.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:23:19 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu says India to grow at more than twice global rate despite global instability

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India’s economy is projected to grow at more than twice the global average, despite ongoing wars and instability around the world.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:22:30 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: India leads in real-time digital transactions, says President Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India accounts for more than half of the world’s real-time digital transactions.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:21:40 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: India’s youth are its biggest strength, says Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India’s youth are the country’s most valuable asset.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:20:23 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu speaks about Lakhpati Didi campaign, women’s empowerment

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the Lakhpati Didi initiative, saying around 3 crore women have benefited from the campaign.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:19:26 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu asks people to join ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu urged people to support the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, saying citizens should contribute through both individual and collective efforts to protect the environment.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:18:26 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu highlights India’s digital revolution

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India has set an example of a digital revolution.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:17:38 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Our digital infrastructure is the best in the world, says Droupadi Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India has the best digital infrastructure in the world.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:16:50 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu said 59 crore account holders joined Jan Dhan Yojana

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said 59 crore account holders have been brought under the Jan Dhan Yojana.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:16:04 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Over 25 crore Indians lifted out of poverty, says Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu said India has succeeded in bringing more than 25 crore people out of poverty, calling it a significant achievement in the country’s development journey.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:15:03 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Murmu praises India’s digital payments growth

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Digital payments have transformed everyday transactions in India, President Murmu said.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:14:19 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: ‘Vande Mataram’ has become song of every person, says Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: “Vande Mataram has become the song of every person,” President Murmu said.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:09:07 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Development must reach every citizen, says President Murmu

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: “We are moving forward towards building a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The benefits of development should reach every person, as India progresses on the path of a modern nation.”

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:08:08 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Murmu highlights vision of Viksit Bharat in address

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the vision of a Viksit Bharat, stressing the importance of India’s continued development and progress as the country moves towards a stronger and more prosperous future.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:04:56 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President Murmu addresses nation

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE:

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:02:42 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Vande Mataram plays

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: The programme has started with a rendition of the full version of Vande Mataram, setting the tone for the Independence Day celebrations.

• 14 Aug 2026, 07:01:31 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Nehru's ‘Tryst with Destiny’

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, addressed the nation at the historic moment with his famous “Tryst with Destiny” speech in 1947. He spoke of India’s transition from colonial rule to freedom and the responsibilities that came with independence.

• 14 Aug 2026, 06:53:08 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: Why August 15?

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: The British Parliament passed the Indian Independence Act in 1947, which made way for the creation of two independent dominions - India and Pakistan. India formally became independent at midnight between August 14 and 15.

• 14 Aug 2026, 06:51:19 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: India at 80

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: In 2026, India sees 80 years since independence. The occasion provides an opportunity to look back at the country’s journey since 1947 and reflect on its progress, challenges and aspirations for the future. The government has announced special programmes for the 80th Independence Day celebrations.

• 14 Aug 2026, 06:30:26 PM IST

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: President to give a speech at 7 pm

  President Droupadi Murmu speech LIVE: The speech will begin at 7 pm.