Dr Manmohan Singh

December 28, 2024 11:00 AM

A true statesman and dedicated public servant: US President Biden on the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh

US President Joe Biden expressed condolences on the passing of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, recognizing his contributions to US-India relations and global cooperation. "Jill and I join the people of India in grieving the loss of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh," President Biden said in an official statement from the White House on Friday. "The unprecedented level of cooperation between the United States and India today would not have been possible without the Prime ...

December 27, 2024 4:40 PM

Congress Working Committee to pay homage to former PM Manmohan Singh: KC Venugopal

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) will convene a special meeting today at 5:30 pm at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi to pay homage to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday evening. Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal confirmed the meeting, stating, "A Congress Working Committee meeting comprising CWC Members, Permanent & Special Invitees is being convened at 5:30 pm today in AICC HQ to pay homage to the former Prime Mi...

December 27, 2024 10:20 AM

“Manmohan Singh will be remembered for bringing India-US closer”: Antony Blinken pays tribute to former PM

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed heartfelt condolences on the demise of former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, lauding his pivotal role in fostering closer ties between India and the United States. In a tribute that underscored Dr. Singh’s enduring legacy, Blinken praised his leadership and contributions to advancing economic reforms in India and cementing the US-India strategic partnership. Highlighting the landmark US-India Civil Nuclear Cooperation Ag...

December 27, 2024 10:05 AM

“Leader of exceptional intelligence, integrity, and wisdom”: Former Canadian PM Stephen Harper mourns Manmohan Singh’s passing

Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper paid tribute to India’s former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday in New Delhi at the age of 92. In a heartfelt post on X, Harper described Singh as a leader of "exceptional intelligence, integrity, and wisdom." "I am saddened to learn of the passing of my former colleague, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. He was an individual of exceptional intelligence, integrity, and wisdom. Laureen and I wish to convey our condolence...

December 27, 2024 11:01 AM

Dr. Manmohan Singh: The visionary leader who transformed the nation’s economy

Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic liberalisation, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. Singh’s legacy as a visionary leader and economist has left an enduring impact on India’s political and economic landscape. Early Life and Education Born on September 26, 1932, in Gah, now in Pakistan, Singh pursued economics at Punjab University, where he earned his bachelor's and master’s degrees. In 1957, he completed an Economics T...

December 26, 2024 11:30 PM

India mourns loss of one of its most distinguished leaders: PM Modi pays tribute to Manmohan Singh

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday at the age of 92 due to age-related medical conditions, according to AIIMS. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, saying, “India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. Rising from humble origins, he became a respected economist. He served in various government positions, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic policy. His interventions in Parliam...

December 26, 2024 11:28 PM

Dr. Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister and economist, passes away at 92

Dr. Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India and noted economist, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. He was undergoing treatment at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi following health issues. AIIMS confirmed the news of his demise in a statement, noting that Dr. Singh experienced a loss of consciousness at home on December 26. Resuscitation measures were initiated immediately before he was brought to the hospital, where he was declared dead at 9:51 p.m...

July 30, 2024 5:18 PM

PM Modi asks India Inc to compete with the government in creating jobs and investments

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed leaders of Indian industry at a post-budget conference organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in New Delhi. In his speech, PM Modi highlighted the economic achievements of his government over the past decade and urged the private sector to step up its efforts in job creation and investment. PM Modi said, "When in 2013-14 the last budget of Dr Manmohan Singh's government was presented, it was Rs 16 lakh crore. Today, in our gover...