Manmohan Singh

The security detail for Gursharan Kaur, wife of the late ex-PM Manmohan Singh, has been downgraded from Z-plus to Z by the Centre. This decision followed a recent review by intelligence agencies which assessed her reduced threat level. CRPF will continue to provide the scaled-down Z category protection.

The Centre has downgraded Gursharan Kaur's security cover from Z-plus to Z, following a review of her threat perception. This change comes after the passing of former PM Manmohan Singh in 2024. CRPF will continue to provide protection, albeit with fewer personnel and a scaled-down protocol.

The Congress launched a fellowship program named after former PM Manmohan Singh, selecting 50 mid-career professionals annually for mentorship by senior party leaders. This full-time commitment focuses on building a progressive India, with intensive training and real-time assignments. The program aims to nurture future Congress leadership, honoring Singh's legacy.

Truck owners in Karnataka are set to begin an indefinite strike Monday night, protesting the state's diesel price hike and toll collections, despite Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy's appeal. The Federation of Karnataka State Lorry Owners’ and Agents’ Association is leading the strike, exempting only trucks carrying milk and perishables.

In the remote village of Devi Dehra, a single Sikh family persevered to establish and maintain Gurdwara Sri Kalghidhar Singh Sabha. After migrating from Pakistan and facing destruction during the 1984 riots, the family, with local support, rebuilt the Gurdwara.

A political battle has erupted over who deserves credit for the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, accused in the Mumbai terror attacks. The BJP claims it as a triumph of Prime Minister Modi's strong stance against terrorism, while the Congress insists it's the result of groundwork laid during their UPA government.

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh calls for legislation to implement Article 15(5) in private educational institutions, which provides reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and backward classes. He emphasizes that the 2005 amendment allows such provisions and has been upheld by the Supreme Court. Ramesh urges the current government to act on this amendment.

During the lockdown, Renu Hussain had arranged a virtual Eid meet-up to ensure the tradition continued.

The US Department of Energy has granted regulatory clearance for Holtec International to transfer small modular reactor technology to India, partnering with Indian firms. This approval marks significant progress in the Indo-US Civil Nuclear Agreement, potentially leading to the construction of US-designed nuclear reactors in India.

The 25% tariff on auto parts and automobiles is unlikely to significantly impact India. While Indian auto part exports to the US total $2.2 billion, the uniform application of the tariff levels the playing field. The Indian government has an opportunity to boost exports amidst these tariffs.

With 3 months to the G7 summit in Canada, PM Modi's participation remains uncertain. Canada has not yet decided if India will be invited, amid frosty bilateral ties and a crisis with the US. The new Canadian PM Mark Carney seeks to rebuild relations with India, but space constraints and other issues may limit guest invitations.