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'History will be kinder to me'

Manmohan Singh made this statement during his final press conference as the PM on 3 Jan 2014

Manmohan Singh's death deeply personal loss: Sonia Gandhi

Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Friday said the death of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is a deeply personal loss as he was her friend, philosopher and guide.

Netra Kumbh on 5 January aims for record eye tests

The Mahakumbh 2025 is set to create world records in several categories. In this sequence, a world record is expected to be set for eye tests and distribution of glasses.

Bihar CM Postpones Pragati Yatra in Honour of Manmohan Singh

The Bihar government has postponed Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Pragati Yatra on Friday, following the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.

Uttar Pradesh leaders pay rich tributes to Manmohan Singh

Political leaders of Uttar Pradesh have expressed their condolences on the demise of former Prime Minister and renowned economist Dr Manmohan Singh.

Cyber fraudster held in Varanasi for fake hotel booking for Mahakumbh

With just over a fortnight left for the commencement of the Mahakumbh in the Sangam city of Prayagraj, fraudsters are now too active to fool the pilgrims and tourists in the name of booking hotel rooms, tents and cottages for the 45-daylong religious congregation.

Nagas Have Lost a Great Leader Who Stood for Political Solution to Nagalim Issue: NSCN-IM

The Isak Muivah faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) on Friday said that with the demise of Dr Manmohan Singh, Nagas have lost a great leader who stood for a political solution to the Nagalim issue.

Manmohan Singh's association with Manipur remembered

Singh's first visit to Manipur came at a crucial time when the state was grappling with ethnic violence and unrest

111 Drug Samples Identified as Not of Standard Quality

The Central Drugs Laboratories identified 41 drug samples to be not of standard quality (NSQ), while State Drugs Testing Laboratories 70 drugs samples during the month of November, said Union Health Ministry on Friday.

Government plans to unlock tourism potential of lighthouses for economic growth

With India being home to 204 lighthouses, the Central government is actively promoting lighthouse tourism as part of its broader Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 to enhance India's cultural heritage and maritime legacy.

Justice Guhanathan is 14th CJ of Uttarakhand HC

Former Andhra Pradesh High Court judge Guhanathan Narender on Thursday became 14th chief justice of Uttarakhand high court.

Bathinda bus tragedy: 8 dead, including 2-year-old, as driver loses control

Eight people, including a 2-year-old girl, lost their lives on Friday after a speeding bus met with an accident as the driver lost control of the vehicle, officials said.

Properties of Pak-based terrorists attached by Jammu and Kashmir Police

In a significant action against anti-national elements, properties of three terrorists involved in unlawful activities and operating from across the border have been attached under provisions of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), police said on Friday.

India Meteorological Department Issues Orange Alert in Himachal Pradesh for Cold Wave, Heavy Snowfall

Heavy snowfall and cold waves will continue to grip Himachal Pradesh, said the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday.

Sukhu expresses grief over Manmohan Singh's demise

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed grief over the passing of former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Development of rural areas a priority for Uttarakhand govt

The CM also announced the naming of the Landhaura-Laksar road after Raja Narendra Singh at the event

Bengal school job case: Central Bureau of Investigation files charge sheet, names Partha

The Central Bureau of Investigation, on Friday, filed a charge sheet in the multicrore cash-for-job case naming former education minister and Trinamul Congress secretary general Partha Chatterjee.

Properties of 3 terrorists operating from across border attached in Rajouri

Properties of three terrorists operating from across the Line of Control (LoC) have been attached in the border Rajouri district on the charges of anti-national activities, police said on Friday.

Supreme Court Notice to Punjab on Contempt Plea Over Non-Compliance of Medical Aid to Dallewal

Expressing concern over the life and safety of the agitating farmers leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal—who is on fast unto death—the Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to Punjab government on a contempt petition and directed the State government to take all measures to ensure that he is given medical aid.

Kejriwal, Atishi, Sanjay Singh Pay Respects to Dr. Singh

Paying last respects to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday said that Dr. Singh was a visionary leader whose economic reforms shaped modern India and whose humility touched countless lives.

Villagers in NW Delhi's Sanoth protest against garbage dump

Residents of Sanoth village near Bawana, falling under North West Delhi staged a strong protest amid rain on Friday against a garbage dumping pit, which they claim is going to be made in the village's area.

Gurugram Metro Set to Boost Development in Millennium City

A recent announcement by the Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini regarding the construction work of Metro expansion between Millennium City Centre to Cyber City will begin from May 1, 2025, will set to boost development in Gurugram.

BJP's efforts led to reduction of 50 per cent PPAC charge in power bills, Delhi residents to benefit: Sachdeva

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva Friday claimed that the Energy Secretary Delhi has declared a reduction of over 50 per cent in the Power Purchase Adjustment Cost (PPAC) which had earlier been arbitrarily imposed on power bills in the city by the state government, allegedly in collusion with the private distribution companies.

Dr Singh Was a Distinguished Economist: Sachdeva

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva expressed grief on the passing away of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, and said he was a distinguished economist whose leadership transcended political boundaries, earning him admiration and respect from all corners of the nation.

CAQM Revoked GRAP-III Curbs as Delhi's Air Quality Improves

Central government's Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) for NCR and adjoining areas on Friday revoked curbs under the anti-pollution Graded Response Action Plan GRAP Stage III across Delhi-NCR.

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari accuses AAP govt of fraud in development, neglecting areas of North East Delhi

North-East Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari on Friday released a 'chargesheet' against the AAP government over the plight of areas under his parliamentary constituency.

Delhi Police Deport Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrant

The anti narcotics unit of Delhi police deported a female Bangladeshi immigrant who was staying here illegally for the past six years, the police said on Friday.

Incessant rain throws life out of gear in Delhi

The IMD has forecast rainfall for Saturday too due to the interaction of Western Disturbance with easterly winds over Central parts, and hailstorm in the Northwest part of the country

LoP Gupta writes to LG over pending CAG reports

Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly Vijender Gupta wrote to Lt. Governor (LG) VK Saxena over the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports pending tabling in the Delhi Assembly.

Manmohan Singh: The tenant who became PM

A modest two-floor house in Guwahati's Sarumotoria locality stands as a silent witness to an extraordinary chapter in India's political history.