It is confirmed that former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away last night. Netizens are calling for him to be honored with India’s highest award, the Bharat Ratna, citing his contributions. Dr. Manmohan served as Prime Minister and Finance Minister twice, bringing LPG revolutionary changes to the country’s economy.
Ex-PM Manmohan Singh’s all daughters had interfaith marriages. Manmohan Singh married Gurusharan Kaur Kohli in 1958, and the couple has three daughters: Upinder, Daman, and Amrit. Despite his long political career, the family has largely stayed out of the limelight and politics. All daughters are continue to lead private lives.
Here is the list of awards received by ex-PM Dr. Manmohan Singh. ✦ 1987 Padma Vibhushan, ✦ 1993, 94 Euro Money, Asia Money Award for Best Finance Minister, ✦ 2002 Best Parliamentarian Award, ✦ 2006 Indian of the Year Award, ✦ 2010 World Statesmen Award, ✦ 2017 Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, and ✦ Got place […]
Tollywood Megastar Chiranjeevi condoled the death of former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh. The star actor expressed, “Dr. Manmohan Singh’s death is a great loss for the country. I was fortunate to serve as a MP during Manmohan’s tenure.” Chiranjeevi also served as the Union Minister of State for Tourism from October 2012 to May 2014.
Ex-PM Manmohan Singh’s UPA govt is credited with waiving off ₹72,000 crore in farm loans for 3 crore farmers across the country. The UPA secured a 2nd term in power in 2009, due to the govt’s decision on the loan waiver. Inspired by this, several state governments won elections by promising similar loan waivers.
The Union Jal Shakti Ministry has announced that until the Krishna Water Disputes Tribunal-2 comes into force, the Krishna Board will be responsible for the distribution of Krishna water to Telugu states. In response, the Krishna Board stated that a decision will be made at the general meeting scheduled for January 21.
Jammu and Kashmir former CM Mehbooba Mufti claimed that many Kashmiri shawl sellers were being assaulted, harassed and threatened in Himachal Pradesh. Mufti alleged that the shawl vendors’ businesses were being disrupted. She added that they were being evicted in the hill state, despite holding the required documents. She alleged that a pattern of targeted […]
In 2023-24, BJP reported over Rs 2,604 crore in donations, while Congress received Rs 281 crore, according to Election Commission data. The BJP’s largest contributors included Prudent Electoral Trust, Triumph Electoral Trust, and electoral bonds from corporate groups. Congress’ funds came mainly from Prudent Electoral Trust, with notable donations from its top leaders. AAP and [&hel...
Bangladesh’s political crisis deepens as the BNP demands swift elections, clashing with Muhammad Yunus’s interim government focused on reforms. The unrest, fueled by protests and rising fundamentalist influence, poses significant security risks for India, especially in border areas. With Sheikh Hasina in India and anti-India sentiments gaining traction, India closely monitors develo...
BJP slammed Congress for showing distorted India map at an event in Karnataka’s Belagavi. BJP called the incident “shameful” and accused Congress of being hand-in-glove with US investor George Soros to destabilize the country. Posting photos the distorted map, BJP wrote, “Karnataka Congress utterly disrespected India’s sovereignty by displaying a distorted map. Thi...
In the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, 64.64 crore people voted, with women outnumbering men. Female voter turnout was 65.78%, slightly higher than men’s 65.55%. The number of women candidates also increased to 800. The Election Commission released this data to reinforce public trust in India’s electoral system, addressing voter turnout allegations.
Medak BJP MP Raghunandan Rao made sensational comments regarding the Allu Arjun stampede incident at Sandhya Theatre. He stated, “The police claim that Allu Arjun’s press meet was inappropriate, but CP Anand was also holding a press meet during an ongoing court trial. Everyone should follow the same rules without exception.”
Former Karnataka Minister Munirathna Naidu was pelted with eggs during a public event. The RR Nagar BJP MLA, who was released on bail two months ago after being jailed in a rape case, had kept a low profile since his release. He attended Vajpayee’s birthday event in Lakshminagar on Wednesday, where some people threw chicken […]
At least 6,366 cusecs of water were released in the last 24 hours from the Srisailam Dam in the Nandyal district of AP. According to authorities, 241 cusecs were released to the power station in Telangana, 1,590 cusecs to the HNSS, 2,400 cusecs to the Mahatma Gandhi Kalwakurthy Lift Scheme, and 1,500 cusecs through the […]
Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is seeking refuge in Russia with his family. However, his wife, Asma, is battling terminal cancer. Asma, who has been suffering from leukemia for some time and her condition is reported to be critical. Assad fled to Russia on Dec 8 due to the ongoing rebellion in Syria.