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Key highlights of President Murmu's State visit to Portugal, Slovakia
New Delhi, April 15: President Droupadi Murmu was on a four-day State Visit to Portugal and Slovakia, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. During her visit, President Murmu met the leadership of both nations and interacted with Indian community members.
Historic and warm visit marking 50 years of ties: MEA Secretary Lal on President Murmu's Portugal trip
Lisbon, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu's state visit to Portugal marked a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between India and Portugal. The ceremonial welcome at the city square set the tone for the visit, where she inspected the guard of honor and received a grand salute.
President Murmu lands in Vienna; heads to Bratislava for State visit to Slovak Republic
Vienna, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Vienna on Tuesday as part of her ongoing four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia.
President Murmu emplanes for Slovak Republic after concluding 'fruitful' State visit to Portugal
Lisbon, April 9: After concluding a "fruitful" State visit to Portugal, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday (local time) embarked for the next leg of her tour, Slovak Republic.
President Murmu addresses Indian diaspora in Portugal, highlights strong bilateral ties
Lisbon, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday addressed members of the Indian diaspora in Portugal, emphasising that the community embodies the shared values of democracy, pluralism, and fraternity that link both nations.
President Droupadi Murmu pays floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi statue in Lisbon
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu paid a floral tribute to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the 'Alameda Mahatma Gandhi' in Lisbon on Tuesday.
President Droupadi Murmu meets Portuguese delegation, signs book of honour
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday met with Portuguese delegation in Lisbon and signed book of honour.
President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour in Portugal, calls for deeper bilateral ties
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the Portuguese Parliament on Tuesday, where she was warmly received by the President of Assembleia da Republica, Jose Pedro Aguiar-Branco, as part of her ongoing state visit to Portugal.
President Murmu encourages Indian researchers in Portugal to contribute towards Viksit Bharat
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday interacted with over 60 Indian doctoral and post-doctoral researchers working in various institutions and universities all across Portugal, during her ongoing State Visit to the country, the first-ever visit by an Indian President in 27 years.
President Murmu visits Portuguese Parliament, discusses ways to fortify bilateral relations
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday met the President of Assembleia Da Republica, or the Portuguese Parliament, Jose Pedro Aguiar-Branco in Lisbon during her ongoing State Visit to the country.
Portugal, a trusted friend and partner, says President Murmu at Lisbon City Council
Lisbon, April 8: Marking the beginning of her first State Visit to Portugal, the President Droupadi Murmu delivered an address at the Lisbon City Council, expressing her delight at arriving in the Portuguese capital.
President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour in Portugal, calls for deeper bilateral ties
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the Portuguese Parliament on Monday, where she was warmly received by the President of Assembleia da Republica, Jose Pedro Aguiar-Branco, as part of her ongoing state visit to Portugal.
President Murmu highlights tech, innovation, digitisation as areas of cooperation between India-Portugal
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu, who is on an official visit to Portugal, highlighted several avenues of collaboration between the two countries so as to firmly establish their dynamic and visionary partnership.
Portugal: President Murmu attends banquet hosted in her honour by Portguese counterpart Rebelo de Sousa
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu attended a banquet hosted in her honour by the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
President Droupadi Murmu receives 'City Key of Honour' of Lisbon
New Delhi, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu received the 'City Key of Honour' of Lisbon City, from the Mayor at a function held at the City Hall of Lisbon (Portugal), last evening.
President Murmu recieves Key of Honour of Lisbon City in Portugal
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday was presented with the "Key of Honour" of Lisbon City at the historic Camara Municipal de Lisboa (City Hall) in Portugal.
President holds talks with Portuguese counterpart on bilateral ties
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday held extensive discussions with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal and deliberated on various aspects of India-Portugal relations.
President Murmu launches postage stamps commemorating 50 years of India-Portugal diplomatic relations
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu and her Portuguese counterpart Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa on Monday launched postage stamps commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Celebrating 50 years of our diplomatic relations, President Murmu on visit to Portugal
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday in her joint statement with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal said that her visit was significant as it occurred as the countries completed 50 years of their diplomatic relations.
India a powerful democracy, key global partner: Portugal President de Sousa
Lisbon, April 7: Emphasising the strength of bilateral ties and shared global values, Portugal President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa on Monday said India remains a vital partner in building a multilateral and open-minded world.
Portugal's President says India's role crucial for multilateralism, global trade
Lisbon, April 7: During a joint statement with President Droupadi Murmu, Portugal President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa underscored the importance of India's global role at a time when multilateral values are being tested by those who once championed them.
President Murmu begins State Visit to Portugal, accorded ceremonial welcome at historic Praca do Imperio
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu visited the Church of Santa Maria and laid wreath at the tomb of Luis Vaz de Camoes – the national poet of Portugal – as she began her State Visit to Portugal on Monday.
President Murmu receives Guard of Honour in Lisbon
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received a Guard of Honour at Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon.
President Murmu recieved by Portugal President, accorded Guard of Honour
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday was received by President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal at the historic 'Praca do Imperio' in Lisbon.
President Murmu recieves Guard of Honour in Lisbon
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received a Guard of Honour at Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon.
President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Portugal's Lisbon
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Lisbon, Portugal, late Sunday night (local time), marking the beginning of her four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7 to 10.
President Droupadi Murmu embarks for 4-day state visit to Portugal, Slovakia
New Delhi, April 6: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday emplaned for a 4-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7-10.
India and Portugal set to strengthen historical ties, strong diaspora links during President Murmu's visit
New Delhi, April 4: India and Portugal are expected to strengthen longstanding historical ties, very strong diaspora links and unique cultural linkages during President Droupadi Murmu's State Visit to the country from April 7-8 April at the invitation of her Portuguese counterpart Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
President Murmu to embark on State Visits to Portugal, Slovakia from April 7
New Delhi, April 2: President Droupadi Murmu will undertake State Visits to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7-10. These visits come as part of a significant diplomatic engagement to enhance India's bilateral ties with both countries.
Portugal parliamentary delegation calls on Rajya Sabha Dy Chairman Harivansh
New Delhi, March 17: A Parliamentary Delegation led by Marcos Perestrello, Vice-President of Portuguese Assembly called on the Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Harivansh in Parliament House Complex on Monday.
Portuguese parliament rejects confidence motion, forcing government to resign
Lisbon, March 12: Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro lost a confidence vote, forcing his government to resign after less than a year in office.
AC Milan sign Joao Felix on loan from Chelsea
Milan, Feb 4: AC Milan have announced the signing of Portuguese forward Joao Felix on loan till the end of the current season. The 25-year old had signed a seven-year contract with Chelsea after joining in the 2024 summer transfer window.
Ajith begins preparations for the Porsche Sprint Challenge in Portugal
Chennai, Jan 17: Actor Ajith Kumar, whose car racing team Ajith Kumar Racing did the country proud by finishing third in the 991 category of the 24H Dubai 2025, has now begun preparations for the next challenge, the first round of the Porsche Sprint challenge Southern European series 2025.