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India declares a day of mourning for Father Amir of Qatar

India declares a day of mourning for Father Amir of Qatar

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The Indian government on Sunday declared one day of national mourning on July 13 as a mark of respect for Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Father Amir of Qatar, who died at the age of 74. Modi conveyed his condolences to the Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and the royal family and people of Qatar. (REUTERS) The national flag will be flown at half-mast on Monday throughout India and there will be no official entertainment on the day, the external affairs ministry said in a statement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Sheikh Hamad and described him as a true friend of India and a visionary leader who led the development of Qatar. “A visionary leader who led Qatar to great levels of development and prosperity, we remember him also as a true friend whom I had the honour of meeting during my last visit to Qatar in February 2024,” Modi said on social media. Modi conveyed his condolences to the Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and the …

India declares one-day national mourning for Qatar’s Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani

India declares one-day national mourning for Qatar’s Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani

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The Indian government on Sunday declared one day of national mourning on July 13 as a mark of respect for Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Father Amir of Qatar, who died at the age of 74. Qatar’s Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, former emir, passed away at the age of 74 (X/@HHShkMohd) The national flag will be flown at half-mast on Monday throughout India and there will be no official entertainment on the day, the external affairs ministry said in a statement. Also Read | Qatar’s former emir Sheikh Hamad dies at 74; PM Modi, other world leaders express condolences Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Sheikh Hamad and described him as a true friend of India and a visionary leader who led the development of Qatar. “A visionary leader who led Qatar to great levels of development and prosperity, we remember him also as a true friend whom I had the honour of meeting during my last visit to Qatar in February 2024,” Modi said on social media. Modi conveyed …

Salman Khan delays Sikandar teaser release on birthday in wake of Dr Manmohan Singh’s demise; fans say ‘we’ll wait’

Salman Khan delays Sikandar teaser release on birthday in wake of Dr Manmohan Singh’s demise; fans say ‘we’ll wait’

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Dec 27, 2024 07:45 PM IST Salman Khan’s Sikandar teaser, set for his birthday release, was postponed to December 28 to honour former PM Manmohan Singh; fans praise the gesture On the occasion of Salman Khan’s 59th birthday, the excitement surrounding the teaser release of his upcoming film Sikandar was palpable. Fans were eagerly waiting for the launch however, in a show of deep respect, the film’s makers decided to postpone the teaser to tomorrow in light of the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Salman Khan’s Sikander poster; Late PM Manmohan Singh The official production house behind Sikandar, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, made the announcement on X stating, “In light of the passing of our esteemed former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Ji, we regret to announce that the release of the Sikandar teaser has been postponed to 28th December 11:07 AM. Our thoughts are with the nation during this time of mourning. Thank you for understanding. – #TeamSikandar.” The decision was met with a wave of support from fans, who praised the film’s team …

National Mourning For 7 Days To Honour Manmohan Singh: Sources

National Mourning For 7 Days To Honour Manmohan Singh: Sources

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New Delhi: The Centre will declare a period of national mourning for seven days to honour former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who died at the age of 92 on Thursday, sources have said. The former Prime Minister’s last rites will be conducted with full state honours. All government programmes scheduled for Friday will be cancelled and the Union Cabinet will hold a meeting at 11 am, the sources added.  When a period of national mourning is declared, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on the days of mourning throughout India on all buildings where it is flown regularly and there will be no official entertainment on the days.  The Congress has also declared that all official programmes of the party, including Foundation Day celebration will be cancelled for next seven days and will resume on January 3. The party flag will also be flown at half-mast. “As a mark of respect for the departed former Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh ji, all official programmes of the Indian National Congress, including the Foundation Day …