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The most iconic place in the village is perhaps the school where Singh got his early education. His admission number in the register is 187, and the date of admission April 17, 1937

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim honored Dr Manmohan Singh on 'X', highlighting Singh's contributions to India's economic rise and his unwavering integrity. Recalling Singh's support during Anwar's incarceration, including offering scholarships for Anwar's children, Anwar celebrated Singh's humanity and kindness. This heartfelt tribute reflected their shared commitment to fighting corruption and Singh's inspiring legacy.

Former PM Manmohan Singh will be cremated with full state honours at Nigambodh Ghat. Congress requested a more befitting memorial site. Union government revealed plans to allocate space for a memorial later, causing Congress to claim disrespect. State funeral arrangements and a half-day central government holiday have been declared.

The former Prime Minster had laid stone for expansion of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, participated in the inaugural of the Gangavaram Port, and played a key role in setting up of Naval Alternate Operating Base at Rambilli

A declassified document found at Osama bin Laden's Abbottabad hideout calls the 2008 Mumbai attacks a "heroic Fidai operation". Al-Qaida and Lashkar-e-Taiba figures orchestrated the incident, with Hafiz Abdul Rehman Makki playing a crucial role. Makki maintained alliances with high-profile terrorists, contributing to significant attacks. His recent death closes a dark chapter in global terrorism.

The fresh snowfall has closed many passes connecting the Kashmir valley with the outside world

Singh, who passed away on Thursday night at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi at the age of 92, was a key figure in shaping India's economic reforms

Former J&K Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti held a special commemoration ceremony at the party headquarters in Srinagar

The rupee fell to a record low of 85.53 against the dollar, driven by panic dollar buying and increased demand from the month-end, leading RBI to intervene by selling dollars. Despite RBI's intervention, higher US Treasury yields, crude oil prices, and foreign fund outflows kept the rupee under pressure.

Chate is the fourth accused to be arrested in the murder case. He was produced before a court in Kej tehsil of Beed district after his police custody ended on Friday

In 2025, HR will be shaped by hybrid work models, mental health focus, DEI advancements, and AI integration. Demand for specialized talent and rising CXO salaries will be notable trends, with green energy and AI-driven sectors leading in compensation. Skill development remains crucial for workforce competitiveness.

Both Nitish Kumar and Hemant Soren postpone their scheduled programme of Pragati Yatra and Maiya Samman Yojna respectively

Osamu Suzuki, a key figure behind Maruti 800, was instrumental in introducing the small car to India in 1983. His vision and risk-taking attitude significantly shaped the Indian automobile industry, making it a robust economic sector. His efforts modernized industrial practices and created a strong supplier ecosystem in India.

Urban FMCG demand is not expected to fully recover until mid-2025, despite companies focusing on premium products. Inflation is constraining urban spending, while rural areas show recovery. High commodity prices impact discretionary spending. E-commerce is growing for brands like Nestle. Industry executives call for policy measures to stimulate mass consumption and manage inflation.

Several vehicles were stranded on the highway — the only all-weather road link between the valley and the rest of the country — due to the snowfall

Dancer Priya Murale and violinists Nandini and Lalitha honoured

A joint team of police and administrative officials in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district attached properties of three Pakistan-based terrorists under CrPC in connection with an FIR. The action involved properties worth approximately Rs 18.5 lakhs, following the orders from the Court of Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Kotranka.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned BRS working president KT Rama Rao and other officials concerning financial irregularities in the Formula E race case. The probe under PMLA investigates unauthorized fund transfers, with potential FEMA violations also being examined. Summons have been issued for January 2024.