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'30 agendas were passed, 1 was deferred': Haryana CM after Cabinet meeting

During our cabinet meeting, firstly, the cabinet expressed grief over the demise of former PM Manmohan Singh and former Haryana CM Om Prakash Chautala, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said.

He added, "We observed a two-minute silence and prayed for the peace of the departed souls. 31 agendas were there in today's meeting, 30 were passed and 1 was deferred which needed some improvement..."

Protesting members of Students' Federation of India detained outside Bihar Bhawan

Delhi Police on Saturday detained Students' Federation of India (SFI) members who were protesting outside Bihar Bhawan in Delhi against the lathi charge on BPSC aspirants in Patna.

• Several parts in Jammu and Kashmir, including Srinagar, Doda and Ganderbal, received heavy snowfall on Saturday, throwing normal life out of gear in the Valley.
• However, the snow also served as a picturesque landscape for tourists.

Congress party should move beyond unnecessary politics, says Shaina NC

On the issue of allocating space for a memorial for former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC said, "The question raised by Congress is sheer controversy-driven. Let them be reminded that they never built a memorial for former PM Narasimha Rao who was a leader of their party... Why build a controversy out of nothing?... The Congress party should move beyond unnecessary politics and media limelight."

All his contributions to the country have given us strength, says DK Shivakumar

On former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said, "We feel he is still alive. All his contributions to the country have given us strength. He brought the Right to Education, Right to Information, Aadhar Card and several others..."

Special prayer ceremony held at Kuenrey of Tashichhodzong for Manmohan Singh

A special prayer ceremony was held at the Kuenrey of Tashichhodzong for Dr Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India, who passed away on December 26. As a mark of respect to the late former PM and in solidarity with the government and people of India, all national flags across the country and at Bhutan’s Embassies, Missions, and Consulates abroad are being flown at half-mast.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Mauritius flag to be flown at half-mast on Saturday

"Following the passing away of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, Mauritius Flag to be flown at half-mast on all Government buildings until sunset on Saturday, December 28, the day of his funeral," Mauritius Prime Minister's Office stated.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: He worked for the nation, says Himachal CM

On the demise of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said, "He worked for the nation...first he served as the Finance Minister of the country and later he served as the PM of the nation...He gave nation Right to Food, Right to Employment..."

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh laid to rest with full state honours

Former PM Manmohan Singh cremated with full state honours, forces give 21-gun salute

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh was cremated with full state honours at the Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. He was accorded a 21-gun salute by the forces.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Last rites being performed at Nigambodh Ghat

Last rites of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh are being performed at the Nigambodh Ghat.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck pays last respects

King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck paid his last respects to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat, where his last rites will be performed.

• Last salute was accorded to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi.
• President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Congress leaders and others present at funeral site.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: JP Nadda, Rajnath Singh, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar pay last respects

Senior political leaders, including JP Nadda, Rajnath and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, also paid their respects to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: PM Modi pays last respects at funeral site

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his last respects to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: President Droupadi Murmu pays tribute to former PM at Nigambodh Ghat

President Droupadi Murmu paid tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh at the funeral site on Saturday.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Priyanka Gandhi arrives at Nigambodh Ghat

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrives at Nigambodh Ghat to attend the last rites of former Prime Minister.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Amit Shah arrives at funeral site

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived at Nigambodh Ghat to attend the last rites of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Mortal remains of former PM reach Nigambodh Ghat

Mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh brought at Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi for his last rites.

'A real loss for modern India': Manickam Tagore on Manmohan Singh's demise

On the demise of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, Congress MP Manickam Tagore said, "This is a real loss for the modern India...He was the architect of modern India 2.0 which Jawaharlal Nehru wanted to establish. He took forward that work in the 21st century and took India where we are...He was a great man and contributed to the nation building..."

‘True statesman…’: Joe Biden recalls meet with Manmohan Singh

US President Joe Biden paid tribute to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, saying the unprecedented level of cooperation between the United States and India today would not have been possible without the Prime Minister’s strategic vision and political courage.

The outgoing US President said he had the chance to meet Prime Minister Singh as Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in 2008 and as Vice President during his Official State Visit to the United States in 2009.

“He also graciously hosted me in New Delhi in 2013. As we discussed then, the US-India relationship is among the most consequential in the world. And together, as partners and friends, our nations can unlock a future of dignity and unlimited potential for all of our people,” Biden said. Read more

'Congress never respected Manmohan Singh': BJP's Sudhanshu Trivedi

BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi on Saturday launched a scathing attack on Congress for indulging in "politics" over the demise of Manmohan Singh.

Trivedi said it was Congress' history that they never respected any leader outside the Gandhi family. "At least today, in the hour of grief, politics should be avoided," he said.

"It is saddening that the Congress party, which never respected Dr Manmohan Singh in their lifetime, today even after his death, they are seen doing politics," Trivedi said.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: 'Politics is being played here', says Congress leaders Navjot Singh Sidhu

On the issue of allocating space for a memorial for former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu said, "When a person dies, all enmity vanishes with him... but politics is being played here. I ask a small question if Atal Ji's last rites were to be performed and someone had said that the memorial would not be built at Raj Ghat, it would be built somewhere else, how would you feel?... This issue is not of any party but of the country's history..."

• Mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh being taken to Nigambodh Ghat, his last rites will be performed here.
• Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26 at AIIMS Delhi.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Funeral procession to begin shortly

Mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh being taken out of the AICC headquarters. The funeral procession will begin shortly.

When Manmohan Singh reflected on his 'best moment' and 'biggest regret' as PM

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday at 92, was always a man of few words. But when he spoke, the world listened. At a press conference, he was asked about his “best moment” and “biggest regret” during his decade-long tenure. Read more to know what he said.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: 'We recommit to this vision...': US President Joe Biden's statement

After the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh, the White House released a statement from President Joe Biden. The statement reads, "Jill and I join the people of India in grieving the loss of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh...During this difficult time, we recommit to this vision to which Prime Minister Singh dedicated his life. Jill and I send our deepest condolences to former First Lady Gursharan Kaur, their three children, and all the people of India..."

• Former PM's wife Gursharan Kaur and his daughter Daman Singh paid last respects to Dr Manmohan Singh at AICC Headquarters on Saturday.
• Dr Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday, December 26.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge pay tributes

After the mortal remains of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh were brought to the Congress headquarters, Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun laid wreaths and paid their tributes.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Mortal remains of Manmohan Singh being taken to Congress headquarters

Mortal remains of former PM Manmohan Singh being taken from his residence to Congress headquarters in Delhi.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Row over allocation of space for a memorial for Manmohan Singh erupts

On the issue of allocating space for a memorial for former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, Congress MP and party's Punjab chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring said, "We are demanding that the Govt should provide space for the memorial. If space could be given to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, then why not Manmohan Singh? He was the only Sikh Prime Minister of the country...When a memorial will be built, the future generations will get inspiration..."

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: 'His demise is an irreparable loss for the country': Raghubar Das

On the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, outgoing governor of Odisha, Raghubar Das told ANI, "This was very sad news for everyone...His demise is an irreparable loss for the country... he worked for the nation and was a very composed man...Dr Manmohan Singh made a huge contribution to economic liberalisation to strengthen the country's economy..."

• Funeral march preparations underway at Nigambodh Ghat ahead of the last rites of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh
• Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh died on 26th December at AIIMS Delhi.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Visuals from Congress party office as Dr. Manmohan Singh's mortal remains arrive for final tribute

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Pranab Mukherjee's daughter criticises Congress for not holding condolence meeting after his death

Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of the late former President Pranab Mukherjee, expressed her frustration on X, stating, "When baba passed away, Congress didn’t even bother to call a CWC meeting for condolences. A senior leader told me it’s not customary for Presidents. That’s utter rubbish, as I later discovered from baba’s diaries that a CWC meeting was called after KR Narayanan’s death, and the condolence message was drafted by baba himself."

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: India High Commission in Singapore opens condolence book for Singh

The High Commission of India in Singapore will open a condolence book for members of the public to pay their respects to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The book will be available for signing on December 30 and 31, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, and 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm, as per the High Commission's announcement.

In the wake of Singh's passing, Malminderjit Singh, Chairman of the Sikh Advisory Board, extended his condolences, praising the former prime minister's lasting legacy. He noted that Dr. Singh "inspired generations of Sikhs around the world and will continue to do so."

Malminderjit shared his personal experience of meeting Dr. Singh in 2012 when he was part of a delegation accompanying then Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on a visit to India. He described Dr. Singh as soft-spoken, patient, and kind in his interactions.

“Dr. Singh’s intellect was evident in all his responses and engagements. He had a clear vision on policies, particularly those related to economic growth and development. To many, he is the architect of India’s economic liberalization, which laid the foundation for its modern economy,” he added.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Mourners gather at Former PM Manmohan Singh’s residence to pay last respects

“We have come here from East Delhi to pay our final respects to the late Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. He was one of the finest economists," said Jasmeet, a resident of East Delhi, as she stood outside Singh’s residence. "My husband and I wanted to offer our tribute. We hope we’re allowed inside, but if security prevents us, we’ll understand and return from here," she added.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Delhi traffic police issues advisory ahead of Singh's funeral

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of the funeral of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, scheduled for Saturday, December 28, 2024. The advisory outlines key traffic restrictions and diversions on major routes in New Delhi, urging the public to avoid specific roads and opt for public transport to help alleviate congestion.

In its statement, the Delhi Traffic Police emphasized that dignitaries from foreign countries, as well as other VIPs and the general public, will be visiting Nigambodh Ghat for the state funeral of the late Dr. Singh.

According to the advisory, traffic diversions will be implemented at several points, including Raja Ram Kohli Marg, Rajghat Red Light, Signature Bridge, and Yudhister Setu. Restrictions may also affect Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg), Nishad Raj Marg, Boulevard Road, SPM Marg, Lothian Road, and Netaji Subhash Marg, starting from 7:00 a.m. and likely continuing until 3:00 p.m.

Motorists have been advised to plan their travel accordingly and avoid the affected routes to prevent delays and ease traffic flow during the event.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Govt to allocate space for Singh’s memorial, confirms Home Ministry

The Union government has agreed to allocate space for a memorial to honor former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the Home Ministry announced on Friday night. The decision was communicated to Singh's family and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.

In a late-night statement titled "Facts of the Matter Regarding Memorial for Former Prime Minister Late Dr. Manmohan Singh," the ministry confirmed it had received a formal request from Congress Chief Kharge for the memorial.

Following a Cabinet meeting, Union Home Minister Amit Shah informed Kharge and Singh's family that the government would allocate space for the memorial.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Nation mourns visionary leader Manmohan Singh

The veteran leader and economist breathed his last at AIIMS Delhi, leaving behind a legacy of transformative economic reforms and governance. On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, along with several dignitaries from across party lines, paid their tributes to Singh at his Delhi residence. Messages of condolence poured in from across the globe, including from the United States, Canada, France, and Sri Lanka, highlighting Singh’s towering stature as a global statesman. Leaders cutting across political divides expressed grief over the loss, hailing Singh as a visionary leader and a champion of India's economic progress.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: Manmohan Singh’s last rites today; leaders across party lines pay homage

The last rites of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 92, will be conducted with state honours at Nigambodh Ghat crematorium in Delhi today. The cremation ceremony is scheduled for 11:45 a.m., the Union Home Ministry announced on Friday.

Singh’s mortal remains will be kept at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Saturday to allow the public and Congress workers to pay their respects. The final journey to the cremation ground will commence from the AICC office at 9:30 a.m., Congress general secretary K. C. Venugopal said.

Manmohan Singh Funeral News Live: India bids farewell to Manmohan Singh

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, a towering figure in Indian politics and a visionary economist, passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy of reforms and statesmanship. As the nation prepares to bid a final farewell to this stalwart leader, his last rites will be conducted with state honours at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday.

From the halls of AIIMS, where he breathed his last, to the AICC headquarters, where people will gather to pay their respects, Singh's departure has brought together leaders from across party lines and messages of condolence from around the world.

Stay with us as we bring you live updates, tributes, and key moments from his final journey.