Politics

100 Bangladeshi, Rohingyas held in 5 months at Agartala railway station alone

Around 100 infiltrators including 87 Bangladeshi nationals were arrested during the past five months at the Agartala railway station alone, while hundreds of other intruders from across the border were nabbed in different places of Tripura.

Dec 27, 2024

Will remember Manmohan Singh in prayers, says Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama pays tribute to former PM Manmohan Singh, praising his selfless nature and contributions to India's development, as nation mourns his demise.

Dec 27, 2024

'Nothing short of a miracle': Siddaramaiah on late PM Manmohan Singh's life

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday termed late Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh, one of the most respected figures in Indian politics and that his life was nothing short of a miracle.

Dec 27, 2024

Dr Singh's final farewell on Saturday; mortal remains to be kept at Congress HQs

As the nation pays heartfelt tributes to its beloved 14th Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on his demise, his final farewell is set to begin from the Congress headquarters on Saturday.

Dec 27, 2024

Sonia Gandhi, Rahul, Kharge pay tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday led the party in paying tributes to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at his residence on Friday.

Dec 27, 2024

MUDA case petitioner seeks Centre's protection, writes to PM, HM

Petitioner Snehamayi Krishna in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case in which Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is named as the first accused, has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah seeking central protection for himself and his family.

Dec 27, 2024

Tharoor, Pilot, other Congress leaders pay tribute to former PM Manmohan Singh

Senior Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Sachin Pilot expressed profound grief on Friday over the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, describing him as a transformative leader and a compassionate statesman.

Dec 27, 2024

Annamalai's protest against DMK's rule will spark statewide resistance: TN BJP

Tamil Nadu BJP spokesperson and senior leader ANS Prasad said on Friday that party state president, K. Annamalai's announcement of protest against the DMK government will spark a wave of resistance across the state.

Dec 27, 2024

PM Modi, HM Shah, others pay tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other prominent leaders visited the residence of late former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh here on Friday morning to pay their respects and offer condolences to his family.

Dec 27, 2024

PM Modi takes stock of 8 big infra projects worth Rs 1 lakh crore

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday reviewed eight big-ticket infrastructure projects, involving an investment of over Rs 1 lakh crore, as part of the PRAGATI initiative to speed up development in the country and create more jobs.

Dec 27, 2024

'Lost mentor and guide': Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Dr Manmohan Singh

The Congress party has declared a seven-day mourning period, cancelling all its programmes as a mark of respect. Rahul Gandhi said he has lost his mentor and guide in former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Dec 27, 2024

Dr Singh played key role in elevating US-India ties, modernising diplomacy: USIBC

The US-India Business Council (USIBC) on Friday said that former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh played a significant role in strengthening the US-India ties.

Dec 27, 2024

Mourning Dr Singh's demise, Telangana declares holiday for offices, colleges today

The government of Telangana has declared a holiday for all government offices and educational institutions in the state on Friday as a mark of respect to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who passed away in New Delhi on Thursday night. Dr Singh's demise was mourned by the Telangana Governor and Chief Minister.

Dec 27, 2024

From Kapil Sharma to Nirmala Sitharaman: Celebs and politicians pay last respects to Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

Centre has announced a seven-day state mourning across the country from December 26, 2024, to January 1, 2025, following the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on December 26, 2024, at AIIMS Hospital in New Delhi. During this time, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast at all locations where it is customarily displayed, and all official entertainment will be suspended.

Dec 27, 2024

Global leaders pay tribute to former PM Manmohan Singh

Global leaders paid tribute to India's former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh. Leaders from across the globe, including neighbouring nations like the Maldives and Afghanistan, have shared heartfelt condolences, remembering his exceptional contributions to economic progress and diplomacy.

Dec 27, 2024