News for 'Prime Minister Manmohan Singh'

Manmohan Singh said 'history will be kinder to me'

Manmohan Singh said 'history will be kinder to me'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Months before he demitted office as prime minister in 2014, Manmohan Singh had famously asserted that his leadership was not weak and history would be kinder to him than what the media projected at that time.

Justice M S Liberhan, who probed Babri demolition, dies

Justice M S Liberhan, who probed Babri demolition, dies

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Justice Manmohan Singh Liberhan, who led the commission investigating the Babri Masjid demolition, has passed away at 87. His distinguished career included serving as Chief Justice of the Madras and Andhra Pradesh High Courts, and a long tenure at the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Dilli Gupshup: Manmohan Singh's music sense

Dilli Gupshup: Manmohan Singh's music sense

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's music sense... Starlet Nupur Mehta's proud parents... Ghulam Nabi Azad is disillusioned... Congress's coup attempt... Anand Sharma, the already chief minister... All this and more in this week's Dilli Gupshup.

PIX: Manmohan Singh, Advani cast votes from home

PIX: Manmohan Singh, Advani cast votes from home

Rediff.com18 May 2024

This initiative ensures these voters can participate in the electoral process with ease and dignity, eliminating the need to visit polling stations. Delhi will go to polls on May 25.

How Dr Manmohan Singh became India's 'reforms' man

How Dr Manmohan Singh became India's 'reforms' man

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

He drew the roadmap of India's economic reform, unshackled it from the licence raj and pulled it back from the brink when even its gold reserve was pledged.

Manmohan Singh's love affair with Japan

Manmohan Singh's love affair with Japan

Rediff.com28 May 2013

On the eve of his talks with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe in Tokyo, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh minced no words while expressing his intense love for the Asian giant, reports Vipin Vijayan, who is accompanying the PM to Japan and Thailand.

Why Cong didn't attend Manmohan Singh's 'Asthi Visarjan'

Why Cong didn't attend Manmohan Singh's 'Asthi Visarjan'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The Congress party on Monday defended its decision not to accompany the family of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh during the immersion of his ashes in the Yamuna, stating it was to ensure their privacy. Congress leader Pawan Khera said senior leaders did not accompany the family to gather and immerse the ashes of Dr Singh "out of our deference to the privacy of the family."

What about infrastructure, Mr Prime Minister?

What about infrastructure, Mr Prime Minister?

Rediff.com25 May 2010

Prime Minister is conspicuously silent on critical issues relating to infrastructure in his press conference.

Raj minister in trouble for abusing former PM Manmohan singh

Raj minister in trouble for abusing former PM Manmohan singh

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Rajasthan Home Minister Gulab Chand Kataria kicked up a storm when he hurled an abusive word at former prime minister Manmohan Singh while comparing him to his successor Narendra Modi.

Former PM Manmohan Singh, architect of India's economic reforms, dies at 92

Former PM Manmohan Singh, architect of India's economic reforms, dies at 92

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night at the age of 92. He was brought to the emergency department of AIIMS Delhi in critical condition after "sudden loss of consciousness."

How will history judge Manmohan Singh?

How will history judge Manmohan Singh?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2014

Active or inert? As Prime Minister Manmohan Singh prepares for retirement, Veena Sandhu explores his current state of mind.

How Manmohan Singh safeguarded environment and tribal rights

How Manmohan Singh safeguarded environment and tribal rights

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Under his leadership, India launched the National Action Plan on Climate Change, passed the landmark Forest Rights Act to protect the rights of tribal communities and established the National Green Tribunal to safeguard the environment through swift legal action.

India indebted to Manmohan Singh for liberalisation: Gadkari

India indebted to Manmohan Singh for liberalisation: Gadkari

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

The economic reforms started by Singh as the finance minister in 1991 gave a new direction to India as it ushered in a liberal economy, Gadkari said.

What then PM Manmohan Singh told I&B minister about media approach

What then PM Manmohan Singh told I&B minister about media approach

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Then prime minister Manmohan Singh's brief to his new information and broadcasting minister Manish Tewari on what should be the government's approach to the media was simple -- it should be an essay in persuasion, not coercion.

Why this corruption, Mr Prime Minister?

Why this corruption, Mr Prime Minister?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2010

'On January 1, 2010, I didn't imagine Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would be fighting a political battle to save his famed credibility.'

Dr Manmohan Singh's condition stable, improving: AIIMS

Dr Manmohan Singh's condition stable, improving: AIIMS

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

The Congress also said that Dr Singh is 'better than yesterday' and asserted that any unfounded speculation is unnecessary and in bad taste.

Quiet Holi for Manmohan Singh

Quiet Holi for Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com22 Mar 2008

While the country was high on Holi celebrations on Saturday, it was a quiet day for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Sources in the PMO said there was no particular reason for the Prime Minister keeping away from the celebrations. Singh had in his Holi greetings said that the festival symbolised the country's spirit of togetherness, harmony and tolerance.

Manmohan Singh dropped pre-medical, pursued economics: Daughter's book

Manmohan Singh dropped pre-medical, pursued economics: Daughter's book

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who died at the age of 92, dropped out of a pre-medical course after losing interest in the subject, according to a book by his daughter. Daman Singh's book "Strictly Personal: Manmohan and Gursharan" reveals that her father was initially interested in medicine but found economics more appealing. She also portrays Singh as a funny man with a good sense of humor.

'As prime minister, I cannot let any Indian go without food'

'As prime minister, I cannot let any Indian go without food'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

T Nanda Kumar, former food and agriculture secretary, shared his memories of working with former prime minister Manmohan Singh during some of India's most challenging times, highlighting Singh's compassionate leadership and commitment to ensuring food security for all Indians. Kumar recalled Singh's steadfast support during the 2008 global food crisis, where he championed a ban on non-basmati rice exports to secure domestic supplies. Singh's leadership, characterized by intellect and humility, left a lasting impression on Kumar, who considered him a mentor and guiding light.

Buta Singh calls PM Manmohan Singh 'asset'

Buta Singh calls PM Manmohan Singh 'asset'

Rediff.com23 May 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was an "asset" for the Congress, former Minister Buta Singh said.

'Will Manmohan Singh draw the right lessons?'

'Will Manmohan Singh draw the right lessons?'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday described the Supreme Court's latest observations in the 2G spectrum case as the "second indictment" of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh after the Chief Vigilance Commissioner fiasco and hoped that he will now draw the "right lessons" and not defend any corrupt minister.

Nepal Prime Minister comes calling

Nepal Prime Minister comes calling

Rediff.com18 Feb 2010

Nepal's Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal is on a five-day visit to India.

Manmohan Singh turns 80 today

Manmohan Singh turns 80 today

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Dr Singh, who has so far shied away from birthday celebrations, has a busy today. He will be attending a function where he would give away the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar awards and Council for Scientific and Industrial Research awards on the organisation''s 70th Foundation Day function.

Former PM Manmohan Singh admitted to AIIMS

Former PM Manmohan Singh admitted to AIIMS

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Singh, 87, is under observation at the cardio-thoracic ward of the premier hospital, they said.

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday. He will be given a state funeral with full state honors at Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 and was known for his role in India's economic reforms. Leaders from across the political spectrum paid their respects to the departed leader, highlighting his contributions to the nation.

Manmohan Singh starts janata durbar

Manmohan Singh starts janata durbar

Rediff.com11 Aug 2004

Officers in the Prime Minister's Office have been assigned to receive grievances and as and when many requests are received, Singh addresses them, sources said.

Dr Manmohan Singh in AIIMS with weakness after fever

Dr Manmohan Singh in AIIMS with weakness after fever

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here Wednesday evening after he complained of weakness following a fever, sources said.

'Help strengthen...': Modi lauds Manmohan Singh in RS farewell speech

'Help strengthen...': Modi lauds Manmohan Singh in RS farewell speech

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Manmohan Singh came to vote in the Rajya Sabha on a wheelchair to help strengthen democracy, Modi said.

Modi, Manmohan Singh visit ailing Jaswant Singh

Modi, Manmohan Singh visit ailing Jaswant Singh

Rediff.com9 Aug 2014

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday visited former Defence Minister Jaswant Singh who is in coma in Army's Research and Referral Hospital after suffering head injuries.

Cong slams Mandaviya for visiting Manmohan Singh with photographer

Cong slams Mandaviya for visiting Manmohan Singh with photographer

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

The Congress' attack came after former prime minister Manmohan Singh's daughter, Daman Singh, accused the minister of getting a photographer against the wishes of the family.

'How Can You Grow At 7% With These Rates Of Private Investment?'

'How Can You Grow At 7% With These Rates Of Private Investment?'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

'You have to get private investment to somewhere between 35% to 36% of GDP. It is hovering about 30%-31%.'

Nehru To Modi: PMs Who Hoisted The Flag At The Red Fort

Nehru To Modi: PMs Who Hoisted The Flag At The Red Fort

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

As India prepares to mark its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, the magnificent Red Fort will once again become the centre of the nation's celebrations.

Dr Manmohan Singh recovering from dengue at home

Dr Manmohan Singh recovering from dengue at home

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

A day after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was discharged from AIIMS, his wife Gursharan Kaur on Monday said he was recovering from a bout of dengue fever.

Daughter lights pyre, Manmohan Singh cremated with full state honours

Daughter lights pyre, Manmohan Singh cremated with full state honours

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The mortal remains of former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh were consigned to flames at the Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday amid the chanting of religious hymns. The funeral pyre was lit by his eldest daughter Upinder Singh.

G-20: What Prime Minister Singh might do

G-20: What Prime Minister Singh might do

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

India would like the upcoming G-20 Summit to discuss on ways to prevent regulatory failures that led to the economic crisis from recurring.

ULFA leaders meet prime minister

ULFA leaders meet prime minister

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

A delegation of United Liberation Front of Asom leaders, led by its 'chairman' Arabinda Rajkhowa, met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, days after the group sat for unconditional talks with the government.

Act, Mr Prime Minister, act!

Act, Mr Prime Minister, act!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

What must Prime Minister Manmohan Singh do to reverse the drift in his government? B Raman offers some sage counsel

Mittal calls on Manmohan Singh

Mittal calls on Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

This was his first meeting with the Prime Minister since he acquired rival Arcelor.

Why is the prime minister happy and relaxed?

Why is the prime minister happy and relaxed?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2013

M K Bhadrakumar analyses the reason why Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is brimming with confidence since his trip to South African capital Durban.

Indo-US civil nuclear pact a crowning glory for Manmohan Singh

Indo-US civil nuclear pact a crowning glory for Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

The landmark India-US civil nuclear deal of 2008, brokered during Manmohan Singh's tenure as Prime Minister, is seen as a crowning achievement in his foreign policy legacy. The agreement ended India's nuclear isolation, fostered a strategic partnership with the US, and opened doors to advanced technologies and defense cooperation. This historic deal also laid the groundwork for India's engagement with the global nuclear community.