Manmohan Singh
Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014
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Manmohan Singh was an Indian economist, bureaucrat politician and statesman who served as the prime minister of India from 2004 to 2014. He was the fourth longest-serving prime minister after Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Narendra Modi. A member of the Indian National Congress, Singh was the first Sikh prime minister of India. He was also the first prime minister since Nehru to be re-appointed after completing a full five-year term.
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'Will be naming more universities after Manmohan Singh': Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar after Bengaluru City University renamedKarnataka Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, emphasized the significance of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's contributions, especially in rural employment, as Karnataka renames Bengaluru City..IndiaTimes - Published | |
J&K CM Omar Abdullah rules out alliance with BJP, praises Manmohan Singh for bringing India & Pakistan ‘close to solving Kashmir issue’IndiaTimes - Published | |
Chidambaram: Why no Bharat Ratna to Manmohan SinghIndiaTimes - Published | |
Centre offers plot for Manmohan Singh memorial next to Pranab Mukherjee's, awaits family's nodThe government is awaiting a response from Manmohan Singh's family about his proposed memorial. An adjacent plot at Smriti Sthal and Rs 25 lakh allocation have been offered. Singh's family needs to..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Union Budget 2025: Why was budget 1973-74 labelled a 'black budget'?From late Manmohan Singh introducing new economic policies in 1991 to P Chidambaram reducing personal to corporate tax in 1997, the country is a witness to some key "budget eras".DNA - Published | |
'Could hardly speak, poor thing': Sonia Gandhi on President Murmu's address ahead of Budget sessionSonia Gandhi expressed concern over President Droupadi Murmu's apparent fatigue during her Budget session address. President Murmu highlighted India's economic progress, paid tribute to former PM..IndiaTimes - Published | |
New HQ symbolises Congress' glorious history, says party chief Mallikarjun KhargeSonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge inaugurate the Congress party's new headquarters, Indira Bhavan, signifying its historic legacy. The building symbolizes the party's 140-year-old history and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Government picks 1.5-acre site next to Pranab's samadhi for Manmohan Singh's memorialThe government has dedicated 1.5 acres at Rashtriya Smriti complex in New Delhi for a memorial for former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, adjacent to the site designated for former President Pranab..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'They never truly respected Manmohan Singh, humiliated him repeatedly': BJP hits out at Congress over naming new HQ 'Indira Bhawan'BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Congress for naming its new headquarters Indira Bhawan instead of honoring former PM Manmohan Singh. He accused the Congress of disrespecting Singh and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
New Congress HQ to be called 'Indira Bhawan', library to be named after Manmohan SinghThe Congress party has named its new headquarters in Delhi 'Indira Bhawan' and the library after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi for not honoring Singh appropriately...IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Good news on Manmohan Singh memorial in 1-2 days'Union urban affairs minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced that positive news regarding the memorial for former PM Manmohan Singh will emerge within the next two days. Singh's family was expected to..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'For his love for the Sangh': Congress MP Danish Ali links memorial site for Pranab Mukherjee to RSSCongress MP Danish Ali accuses the Union government of indulging in 'dirty politics' by designating a memorial site for former President Pranab Mukherjee in Rajghat, while rejecting opposition's demand..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Centre has cleared site for Pranab memorial: Sharmistha MukherjeeThe Indian government has designated a site at Rashtriya Smriti Sthal for a memorial to late President Pranab Mukherjee. This was revealed by his daughter Sharmistha after meeting PM Modi. Speculations..IndiaTimes - Published | Centre to build memorial for late President Pranab Mukherjee here, daughter Sharmistha Mukherjee expresses happinessLate president Pranab Mukherjee's memorial comes in the wake of demands by the Congress for having a memorial for former prime minister Manmohan Singh, who died at AIIMS at the age of 92 on December..DNA - Published |
Sonia Gandhi, Hamid Ansari, Kharge attend Manmohan Singh's 'Akhand Path' at former PM's residenceFormer Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was honored with a 'Bhog' ceremony for the 'Akhand Path' at his residence, attended by several dignitaries including Congress leaders and family members. Singh, who..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Most fitting tribute to his legacy': NSUI demands PM Modi rename DU's Veer Savarkar college after Manmohan SinghThe NSUI has written to PM Modi, urging him to name Delhi University's new college after former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh rather than Veer Savarkar. They highlight Singh's contributions to establishing..IndiaTimes - Published |
How Manmohan-era retail firm contributed to Chandrababu Naidu's Rs 931 crore wealthAndhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu's family firm Heritage Foods Ltd clarifies that 82% of his wealth, worth Rs 931 crore, is due to his wife’s shareholding in the company. Established in 1992..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Visited areas near Sanjay Gandhi memorial': Government starts land identification for Manmohan Singh memorialThe government is in the process of selecting a site for a memorial dedicated to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, consulting with his family to finalize the location. Currently, the Central Public..IndiaTimes - Published |
Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration to be renamed in tribute to Manmohan Singh: CM SukhuIndiaTimes - Published | 'Wanted family's privacy at immersion': Congress over Manmohan Singh's funeralCongress responds to BJP's criticism over not attending former PM Manmohan Singh's ashes immersion, citing respect for the family's privacy during the emotionally taxing ceremony. The BJP had accused..IndiaTimes - Published |
Land allotment for Manmohan Singh's memorial after registration of TrustThe government requires additional time to allocate land for former PM Manmohan Singh’s memorial as a trust needs to be formed first. Preliminary assessments are being conducted for available land..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Rupee 58.58 against Dollar in 2014, it's 85.27 now': Congress recalls PM Modi's 2013 remarks on depreciating currency during UPA governmentCongress criticises PM Modi for his silence on the rupee's depreciation against the US dollar, contrasting it with his previous attacks on former PM Manmohan Singh over similar issues. The rupee has..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi exploited Manmohan Singh's death for his expedient politics: BJPIndiaTimes - Published | BJP says Rahul Gandhi left for Vietnam during mourning period for Manmohan SinghIndiaTimes - Published |
'Deference to privacy': Congress shares why Gandhi family didn't accompany Manmohan Singh’s kin for immersion of ashesThe Congress party clarifies the absence of top leaders during the immersion of former PM Manmohan Singh's ashes, emphasizing respect for family privacy. The BJP criticizes the Gandhi family's absence...IndiaTimes - Published | Manmohan Singh was very distinguished leader, says former PM's principal secretary P K MishraP K Mishra, the PM's principal secretary, fondly recalls former PM Manmohan Singh's impactful teaching at Delhi School of Economics during his MA days. Singh's ability to simplify complex international..IndiaTimes - Published |
No one from Gandhi family went to collect MMS remains: PuriUnion minister Hardeep Puri criticised Congress for creating controversies around the last rites of ex-PM Manmohan Singh, accusing them of disrespecting his memory and ethos. BJP members, including..IndiaTimes - Published | Rashtriya Smriti Sthal, Kisan Ghat on list of spots for former PM Manmohan Singh's memorialThe government is considering sites near Kisan Ghat and Rashtriya Smriti Sthal for former PM Manmohan Singh's memorial. BJP chief J P Nadda confirmed the allocation of space. While guidelines prefer..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Manmohan Singh is the greatest son of India; Centre should consider Congress' request': TMC Kunal GhoshTrinamool Congress (TMC) leader Kunal Ghosh on Sunday urged the central government to seriously consider the requests made by the Congress party demanding a memorial for Manmohan Singh, emphasising the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'When baba passed away ... ': Why Pranab Mukherjee's daughter Sharmistha alleged 'rot' in Congress partySharmistha Mukherjee criticizes Congress for trolling her and her father, ex-President Pranab Mukherjee, questioning the lack of a condolence CWC meeting. She claims the party is plagued by internal..IndiaTimes - Published |
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee slams sports, film personalities over 'silence' on Manmohan Singh's demiseTrinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee criticises sports and film celebrities for remaining silent on the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. He views this silence as a fear of government..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Baseless allegations': BJP hits back at Congress over 'disrespect to Manmohan Singh chargeIndiaTimes - Published |
Thank you & doodbye, Dr Sahab: Former PM cremated on a bitterly Cold, gloomy day, amid chilly vibes over memorial rowManmohan Singh's state funeral was conducted with full military honors, attended by politicians, dignitaries, and family members. Despite tensions between Congress and BJP over memorial sites, the..IndiaTimes - Published | Bhutan king, Mauritius minister lay wreathsBhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Mauritius Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful attended the funeral of former Indian PM Manmohan Singh in Delhi. Bhutan held prayer ceremonies, flew its..IndiaTimes - Published |
MK Stalin: Government insulted Manmohan Singh's familyIndiaTimes - Published | Wasn't there as a politician, says BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa on attending Manmohan Singh's funeralAt the state funeral of ex-PM Manmohan Singh, BJP member Manjinder Singh Sirsa and AAP RS MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney paid their respects through assistance with ceremonial rites. Sirsa, noting a..IndiaTimes - Published |
Coal block allocation scam case against Manmohan Singh to abateFormer PM Manmohan Singh's attempts to clear his name in an alleged irregular coal block allocation case remained unfulfilled as the Supreme Court stayed the trial court's summoning order. The petition..IndiaTimes - Published | When a 91-yr-old Manmohan Singh came to Parliament in a wheelchair, to voteFormer PM Manmohan Singh, despite his advanced age of 91 and fragile health, showcased his unwavering commitment to the democratic process by attending Rajya Sabha proceedings in a wheelchair,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress's Partap Singh Bajwa demands Bharat Ratna for Manmohan SinghCalls for posthumously awarding Bharat Ratna to late former PM Manmohan Singh rose during his final journey. Punjab Congress' Partap Singh Bajwa emphasized Singh’s vital role in India’s economic..IndiaTimes - Published | Pranab Mukherjee's daughter, PV Narasimha Rao's grandson slam Cong amid row over SinghSharmistha Mukherjee criticizes Congress for not holding a CWC meeting or passing a condolence resolution after former President Pranab Mukherjee's death. She highlights Congress's treatment of former..IndiaTimes - Published |
SAD, AAP join Congress in seeking memorial for lone Sikh PM Manmohan SinghThe funeral of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh sparked controversy as Congress, AAP, and SAD decried the government's decision to cremate him at Nigambodh Ghat instead of Rajghat. They highlighted..IndiaTimes - Published | Protocol eased for Sonia & Priyanka Gandhi at Manmohan Singh's funeralDuring Dr Manmohan Singh's funeral, the government made a rare exception to allow Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi to lay wreaths. Despite not being on the original list, protocol officials deviated..IndiaTimes - Published |
Seating arrangement at Manmohan Singh's funeral brings political divide to the foreThe seating at the Nigambodh Ghat state funeral for Manmohan Singh was notably divided with government officials led by PM Modi on one side and Congress leaders on the other. This division highlighted..IndiaTimes - Published | '54-year-old pic worth 1,000 words': DSE photo shows Manmohan Singh's humilityIn 1969, Manmohan Singh was a humble professor at Delhi School of Economics, standing among students during a photo shoot. A shared photo featuring Nobel laureate Amartya Sen highlights Singh's..IndiaTimes - Published |
#Cancelpatriarchy: Manmohan Singh's daughter lights funeral pyreUpinder Singh, daughter of former PM Manmohan Singh, lit his pyre following Sikh traditions, challenging patriarchal norms. Sikh community emphasizes gender equality in rituals. Singh’s family,..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress humiliated Manmohan Singh by making Sonia Gandhi 'super PM': BJPBJP president JP Nadda responded to Congress's accusations of insulting former PM Manmohan Singh by alleging the Nehru-Gandhi family had undermined him, positioning Sonia Gandhi as a 'super-PM' and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Manmohan Singh's last rites: Nigambodh funeral 'insult' to first Sikh PM, says RahulIndiaTimes - Published | Capital tribute for Manmohan Singh's last journeyDelhi gathered to bid farewell to former PM Manmohan Singh, honoring his contributions and dignity. Thousands, including the Gandhi family and political leaders, attended the funeral procession...IndiaTimes - Published |
Mohana’s Gah: A bond beyond time, bordersGah, an obscure village in Pakistan, gained recognition in 2004 due to its native Dr Manmohan Singh becoming India’s PM. Singh’s connection to Gah catalyzed development and fostered cross-border..IndiaTimes - Published | Modi among mourners as former Indian PM cremated after state funeral Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh has been cremated after a state funeral as politicians and the public mourned his death.Sky News - Published |
