Inauguration News - Latest Updates & Headlines
EAM wraps UK visit, notes positive momentum of India-UK relations with PM Starmer
London, March 10: At the invitation of the UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar paid an official visit to the United Kingdom from March 4-9 (during this period, he also visited Ireland on March 6-7), a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday.
Amit Shah inaugurates Vishweshathirtha Memorial Hospital in Bengaluru, says it will be new centre of affordable healthcare
Bengaluru, March 7: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday inaugurated the Sri Vishweshathirtha Memorial Hospital built by Sri Krishna Sevashrama Trust in Marathahalli in Bengaluru.
CM Patel visits Somnath to inaugurate the first-ever Somnath Mahotsav
Gandhinagar, February 24: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel offered prayers at Shri Somnath Mahadev, the first among the 12 Jyotirlingas, during his visit to Somnath on Monday for the inauguration of the first-ever Somnath Mahotsav, organised on the occasion of Mahashivratri, said a statement from CMO.
Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates newly constructed School at Jhulasan
Gandhinagar, February 12: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the newly constructed Patel Kusumben Bharatbhai Bhaktidas Pariwar Anupam Primary School, managed by the Mehsana District Education Committee at Jhulasan in Kadi taluka of Mehsana district, an official statement said on Wednesday.
Historic moment in Marseille, PM Modi says as he inaugurates Indian Consulate
Marseille February 12: Describing it as a "historic moment," Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday jointly inaugurated the Indian Consulate in Marseille.
Delighted to speak with my dear friend: PM Modi congratulates US President Trump on his historic second term
New Delhi, January 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump on Monday and said the two countries are committed to a mutually beneficial and trusted partnership.
US: Donald Trump calls Bishop Budde nasty after her mercy plea during inaugural prayer service
Washington, DC, January 22: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday slammed the Bishop who during her sermon for the inaugural prayer service urged him to have "mercy" on people in the US who she said are "scared now." Calling Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde "nasty and "Radical Left hard line Trump hater," Trump said that her sermon was "very boring and uninspiring" and added that she and her church "owe the public an apology."
World leaders pour in wishes to Donald Trump on his swearing-in
London, January 21: After Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US President, a slew congratulatory wishes from noted leaders across the world poured in.
Carrie Underwood sings a cappella after technical glitch at Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC, January 21: Country music star Carrie Underwood delivered a stunning performance as she sang "America the Beautiful" during Donald Trump's presidential inauguration on Monday, according to Deadline.
US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania share first dance at Commander-in-Chief-Ball
Washington DC, January 21: US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump shared their first dance at the Commander-in-Chief Ball today. After a thunderous ovation by their supporters, the couple was joined by the US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance for the dance.
Look forward to working alongside Trump to serve American people: US Vice President JD Vance
Washington, DC, January 21: US Vice President JD Vance has said that it is an "incredible honour" to take the oath of office as the Vice President of the US and he looked forward to working alongside President Donald Trump to serve the American people.
EAM Jaishankar attends inaugural celebrations as Trump becomes 47th US President
Washington DC, January 21: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the inaugural celebrations duirng the swearing-in ceremony of Donald Trump as the 47th President of US at the Capitol in Washington, DC, on Monday evening (local time).
Not going to let friendly, unfriendly nations push us around: Trump
Washington, Jan 21: US President Donald Trump attended the Commander-in-Chief inaugural ball, the first of three events scheduled after his swearing-in ceremony, where he expressed gratitude to service members and highlighted plans for military strength and national security.
Great honour to represent India at Trump inauguration ceremony: EAM Jaishankar
Washington, DC, January 21: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that it was a "great honour" to represent India at the inauguration ceremony of US President Donald Trump
US will now recognise only two genders, male and female: Donald Trump
Washington DC, January 21: In a major announcement just after being sworn in as the 47th US President, Donald Trump declared that it will be the official policy of the United States to recognise only two genders - male and female.
Inaugural Parade: Trump arrives at Capitol One Arena to cheers, chants of 'USA USA'
Washington, DC, January 21: US President Donald Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump, arrived at the Capitol One Arena for the Inaugural Parade. The crowd greeted Trump with chants of "USA USA," expressing their enthusiasm as the 47th president made his way to the venue.
Looking forward to great 4 years: Trump's supporters after his inauguration
Washington DC, January 21: After US President Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, his supporters from across the country erupted in cheers and shared their excitement and expectations for the next "great four years."
Will tariff and tax foreign countries, Trump announces establishment of the External Revenue Service
Washington, DC, January 21: President Donald Trump has announced to establish the External Revenue Service to "tariff and tax foreign countries" instead of taxing US citizens.
Trump signs record number of key orders after swearing-in as US Prez
Washington, Jan 22: Donald Trump, sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, signed a record number of executive orders within hours of assuming office, drawing cheers from a massive crowd.
World leaders congratulate US President Trump on return to White House
Washington, Jan 21: Leaders from the NATO to majority of European countries on Monday congratulated US President Donald Trump on his return to the White House, as he officially took office at his inauguration ceremony.
PM Modi congratulates 'dear friend' Trump on his inauguration as 47th US President
New Delhi, Jan 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Republican Party member Donald Trump on his return to the White House for a historic second term. Trump took the oath as the 47th President of the US during a programme held at the Capitol Rotunda.
'Welcome home', Biden tells Trump during White House visit
Washington, Jan 20: Outgoing President Joe Biden welcomed President-elect Donald Trump to the White House on Monday morning for a traditional tea ceremony with two words: “Welcome home”, according to media reports.
Will declare national emergency at southern border, send troops to repel America's disastrous invasion: Donald Trump
Washington DC, January 20: US President Donald Trump, after being sworn in, started executing the promises he made during the campaign, and announced that he would declare a "national emergency" at the southern border and send in the troops to stop the "disastrous invasion" of the country.
Melania Trump steals attention with her classy hat, navy coat at Donald Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC, January 20: US President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump wore a custom navy coat by Adam Lippes and a matching boater hat by Eric Javits for Trump's inauguration on Monday.
Look forward to working closely...: PM Modi congratulates dear friend Trump on taking oath as US President for second term
New Delhi, January 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated US President Donald Trump for taking oath for a second term in office, saying he looked forward to working together with the US leader again for the benefit of the two countries and shape a better future for the world.
The Golden Age of America begins declares Donald Trump after taking oath
Washington DC, January 20: Reiterating his resolve to 'Make America Great Again', Donald Trump, after being sworn in as the 47th US President, declared that the golden age of America has begun and today marks the 'Liberation Day' for the country.
Donald Trump sworn-in as 47th President of United States
Washington, DC, January 20: Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States as during the 60th Presidential Inauguration at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. US Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath to Trump.
JD Vance sworn-in as 50th Vice President of United States
Washington, DC, January 20: JD Vance on Monday took oath as the 50th Vice President of the United States at the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington DC.
Donald Trump, Joe Biden arrives together to Capitol Rotunda for swearing-in ceremony
Washington, DC, January 20: President-elect Donald Trump along side outgoing US President Joe Biden arrived at US Capitol together from White House for the swearing-in ceremony on Monday.
Trump supporters eagerly await his inauguration as 47th US President
Washington, DC, January 20: The premises of US Capitol Rotunda building erupted with the chants of 'USA, USA' as the big screen shows outgoing President Joe Biden welcoming President-elect Donald Trump at the White House. President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath as the 47th president of the United States today.
Vice President-elect JD Vance, his wife received by Kamala Harris at White House
Washington, DC, January 20: US Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife, Usha Chilukuri Vance were received by outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, Douglas Craig Emhoff at the White House.
Joe & Jill Biden welcome Donald & Melania Trump at White House for pre-inauguration tea
Washington, DC, January 20: Outgoing US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden welcomed President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump to the White House for pre-inauguration tea, ahead of the swearing-in ceremony.
Privileged to represent PM Modi as Special Envoy at swearing-in ceremony of 47th President of USA: EAM S Jaishankar
New Delhi, January 20: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated it was a privilege to represent as Special Envoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Swearing-In Ceremony of the 47th President of the United States of America today (Monday local time) in Washington DC.
US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife at Blair House after attending church service
Washington, DC, January 20: US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, have arrived at Blair House, the President's guest house after attending church service alongside his family at St Johns Episcopal Church.
Donald Trump and family attend church service before inauguration
Washington, DC, January 20: US President-elect Donald Trump and his family arrived at the St, Johns Episcopal Church to attend a church service ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.
I Love Trump: Excitement builds at Capitol One centre ahead of Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC, January 20: People expressed enthusiasm as they gathered outside the US Capitol Rotunda building, where US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration is scheduled to be held Monday.
People start to gather outside US Capitol Rotunda building ahead of Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC, January 20: People have started to gather outside the US Capitol Rotunda building, where US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration is scheduled to be held today.
EAM Jaishankar to represent PM Modi as his Special Envoy at Donald Trump's swearing-in as US President
New Delhi, January 20: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his Special Envoy at the inaugural function of President Donald Trump in Washington DC today. The External Affairs Minister is carrying a letter from the Prime Minister for President Trump, sources said.
Pope Francis extends wishes to Donald Trump, expresses hope Americans under his leadership will strive to build more just society
Vatican City, January 20: Pope Francis on Monday offered wishes to US President-elect Donald Trump in a message sent ahead of the presidential inauguration ceremony in Washington, DC. He expressed hope that US under Trump's leadership will prosper and always strive to "build a more just society, where there is no room for hatred, discrimination or exclusion."
Washington DC seals off streets for Donald Trump's inauguration crowds
Washington, Jan 20: US law enforcement personnel are on high alert and have closed many roads in Washington, DC, as the capital city prepares for an inflow of inauguration crowds.