Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:06pm on 28 Dec 2024,Saturday International
Former PM Manmohan Singh was cremated in Delhi on Saturday, with Bhutan King Jigme Wangchuck and Mauritius FM Dhananjay Ramful attending. World leaders, including French President Macron and Russian President Putin, hailed Singh as an "outstanding statesman." US President Biden credited him for the India-US nuclear deal, calling him a "true statesman." Mauritius and Singapore flew national flags at half-mast as a mark of respect. Palestine described Singh as a "wise politician and economist." Known for fostering South Asian partnerships, Singh's legacy as a leader dedicated to India's growth remains unparalleled, shaping global ties and economic reforms.
