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Jagjit Singh Dallewal: A hearing was held in the Supreme Court today, Tuesday, 31 December, on the deteriorating health of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a hunger strike for 36 days at the Khanauri border. The Supreme Court has given 3 days to the Punjab government to admit Jagjit Dallewal to the hospital.  Earlier, the Supreme Court had held a hearing on 28 December. At that time, the Supreme Court had given time till 31 December to the Punjab government. Now the Supreme Court will hold the next hearing in this case on 2 January. Today, on Tuesday, a bench of Justice Suryakant and Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia heard the issue of deteriorating health of Jagjit Singh Dallewal. During the hearing, Punjab AG Gurminder Singh said that Punjab was closed on Monday, 30 December due to the farmers' movement.  The second argument given was that, if the farmer union intervenes, then farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal is ready to negotiate. During the hearing, the Chief...

Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh is set to be an extraordinary blend of spirituality and innovation, bringing together the sacred traditions of Sanatan Dharma with state-of-the-art digital advancements. This iconic festival, which attracts millions of devotees from around the globe, is embracing modern technology to enhance the experience for all attendees.  Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to be a divine and digitally advanced event, reflecting the seamless integration of spirituality and technology. Under the visionary leadership of PM Narendra Modi and the consistent efforts of the government of Uttar Pradesh, this Maha Kumbh will stand as a beacon of faith, innovation, and global cultural unity. Spectacular Drone Show A fleet of 2,000 drones will narrate the legendary tales of "Prayag Mahatmyam" and "Samudra Manthan," creating a magical evening spectacle over the Sangam Nose. The spectacular show will depict iconic events like the mythical Samudra Manthan and t...

Prayagraj Maha Kumbh 2025: The office of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has extended invitation to the public to attend the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj and have a look at the magnificent damru and trident of Lord Shiva, made from bronze and other metals.  In a post shared on the social media platform 'X', the Chief Minister's Office stated, "Many charming destinations have been developed for devotees attending the 'Prayagraj Mahakumbh', a major festival of folk faith." The post mentioned that the giant damru and trident of Lord Shiva, located in Jhunsi, are becoming major attractions. Devotees are encouraged to visit and see these impressive creations during the Maha Kumbh. This Maha Kumbh, held every 12 years, is scheduled to take place in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025. Besides, an expert has reported that the area between two overbridges in Trivenipuram of Jhunsi is being developed into two parks, along with the const...

Delhi Assembly Elections-2025: Aam Aadmi Party convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has reacted to the allegations made by against him by BJP about Pujari, Granthi Samman Yojana. Kejriwal posted on Instagram, "BJP people have been abusing me since yesterday, ever since the Pujari, Granthi Samman Yojana has been announced." He asked, "My question to them is - will the country benefit by abusing me? You have governments in 20 states. You have been in power in Gujarat for 30 years. Why have you not respected the priests and granthis there till now? Come on, do it now? I have shown the way to everyone." Kejriwal said, "Instead of abusing me, why don't you implement it in your twenty states, then everyone will benefit? Why do you abuse me?" Arvind Kejriwal has recently announced that if his party wins the elections, then the priests of temples and the granthis of Gurudwaras will be given an honorarium of Rs 18,000 per month. After this a...

The opposition parties in Maharashtra are attacking state's Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane's statement. Shiv Sena (Uddhav faction) and Congress have slammed him for his statement. Congress chief spokesperson in Maharashtra Atul Londhe Patil said, "I want to ask Narendra Modi ji and Devendra Fadnavis ji that the person who is a minister today has taken an oath on the integrity of the country and the Constitution. After that, he calls a state of his own country Pakistan and the people who have voted are called terrorists. Does such a person have any right to remain in the post of minister?" Shiv Sena (Uddhav faction) spokesperson Anand Dubey said, "Nitesh Rane's statement is very shameful and unfortunate. Kerala is a state of our own country and voters of our own country live there. This is very cheap and petty politics. A new trend has come in BJP, spew venom and become a minister." However, Nitesh Rane has also given clarification as the contro...

Preparations are in full swing at Ayodhya's religious sites as they gear up to welcome the new year. On January 1st, a major influx of devotees is expected at Ramlala's court, with estimates suggesting over two lakh visitors. On this special day, Ramlala will be adorned in jeweled attire and a gold crown. A special bhog (offering) will be presented. The temple is being lavishly decked up with flowers to enhance the festive atmosphere. Given the expected increase in visitors compared to previous year, local administration is making large-scale arrangements to manage the crowd. The Ram Mandir Trust has reported that more than one lakh devotees have been visiting Ramlala's court daily ahead of the new year, with over two lakh expected on January 1, 2025. To ensure that all devotees receive prasad (blessed food), distribution points have been set up at three different locations. Duration of Ramlala's darshan extended The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra Trust is also ext...

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully launched the SpaDex mission on Monday night through PSLV-C60 (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) on December 30 from Satish Dhawan Space Center in Sriharikota at around 10 pm. ISRO gave this information while sharing pictures related to the launch on Monday night. ISRO Chairman S Somnath said, "This is the 99th launch from Satish Dhawan Space Center. Through this launch, PSLV-C60 has successfully placed the Spadex satellite in a 475 km circular orbit." He said, "The launch phase of this mission was successful. Now we have to go through the orbit phase of the mission, which is the docking phase. In this, the Spadex will rotate and finally come back to the dock. We are waiting for this." Surendran N, the project director of this ISRO mission, told media, "This is one of the experiments that we are going to install on the orbit. It will be useful for future missions like the Indian Space Station and Chand...

During the Punjab Bandh on Monday, farmers' organizations blocked railways and roads, which had a widespread impact across the state. Monday was the 35th day of the indefinite hunger strike by farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal and the farmers' organizations had called for this bandh to pressurize the government for fulfillment of their demands. More than 100 trains canceled On Monday, more than 100 trains, including goods trains, had to be canceled in the state. Almost all trains passing through the state were canceled. Farmers also picketed almost all toll plazas in the state and closed them. Highways remained closed During the bandh, the Delhi-Jammu Highway and Ludhiana-Jalandhar Highway, which are considered busy, also remained closed. The bandh also had a significant impact on businesses in the state and markets and shops remained closed at main places. Meanwhile, BKU Ekta Ugrahan leader Joginder Singh Ugrahan said that farmer panchayats will be organized in Haryana and P...

BPSC Exam Protest in Bihar: The student agitation in Bihar has intensified as they demand the cancellation of the 70th preliminary examination of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). A bandh called by the All India Students Association (AISA) on Monday has been supported by students.  Leftist parties and the main opposition party, Rashtriya Janata Dal have also supported protest. Demonstrations have erupted across the state, with students blocking roads and railway tracks. The Bihar Sampark Kranti Express was stopped for one hour in Darbhanga and the Buxar-Patna passenger train for 10 minutes in Ara. The students have vowed to continue their protests until their demands are fulfilled. For the past 13 days, students have been protesting against alleged irregularities in the BPSC examination and its new normalization rules. On Monday, AISA and Inquilabi Naujawan Sabha (RYA) members staged protests in Ara, Bettiah, and Samastipur. Traffic was disrupted on Samastipur-Patna State...

Delhi Elections 2025: Aam Aadmi Party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal announced the 'Pujari Granthi Samman Yojanon Monday. According to Arvind Kejriwal, the priests and granthis serving in Delhi's temples and gurudwaras will be given a monthly allowance of Rs 18,000 under this scheme. Giving information about this announcement, Kejriwal said, "We go to temples, worship but we never pay attention to them. Today, to honor them through this scheme, we are announcing that if our government is formed, they will be given an honorarium of about Rs 18,000. "I hope that the Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress governments will also learn from this and implement such schemes to honor priests and granthis in their respective states." He said, "Registration for this scheme will start from tomorrow. I will go to Hanuman temple in Connaught Place tomorrow and will register the priests there." BJP slams AAP However, BJP has said that if the Delhi government was...

Former US President Jimmy Carter has passed away. He was 100 years old. Carter was the longest-living former president in American history. He had just celebrated his 100th birthday in October. World leaders have paid their homage to former US President. Carter founded the Carter Center, an initiative to advocate democracy and human rights around the world; this center confirmed the death of the former president. The Carter Center said Jimmy Carter passed awayon Sunday at his residence in Georgia. Carter, who once farmed peanuts, pardoned American youth who refused to join the Vietnam War. He was the first American leader to take climate change seriously. At the international level, he played an important role in brokering a peace agreement between Israel and Egypt, but he had to struggle on issues like the Iran hostage crisis and the Soviet Union's attack on Afghanistan. Took the initiative of friendship with China  Carter took the initiative of friendship with China in 1979 and a...

In an age of rapid technological progress, the concept of high-speed trains has taken a remarkable leap forward. China has introduced a train that can travel at speeds comparable to those of an airplane. This remarkable achievement was unveiled on December 29, when China showcased the updated model of its high-speed bullet train. During trials, the new CR450 prototype reached an incredible speed of 450 kilometers per hour, earning the title of the world's fastest high-speed train. According to the China State Railway Group Company, this innovative model is designed to considerably reduce travel times and boost connectivity, ultimately making journeys more convenient for passengers. The CR450 prototype outpaces the currently operational CR400 Fuxing High-Speed Rail (HSR), which runs at a maximum speed of 350 km/h. With its increased speed, the CR450 will allow travelers to cover greater distances in less time, revolutionizing the way people travel across the country. In addition to ...

Following the remarkable achievement of Chandrayaan-3, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is set to undertake an ambitious mission before the year concludes. With this India will join the ranks of only three nations—America, Russia, and China—that have successfully executed similar feats in space. ISRO plans to demonstrate the docking and undocking of two satellites in orbit. On December 30, 2024, at 9:58 PM Indian time, ISRO will launch two satellites from the Sriharikota Space Center using the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). This objective of the mission is to showcase the 'SpaDeX' (Space Docking Experiment) technology, marking a significant milestone for India in the realm of space exploration. If successful, India will become the fourth country to achieve the complex task of space docking. The PSLV will place the two satellites, SDX-1 and SDX-2, into a circular orbit at an altitude of 476 kilometers, with the docking experiment planned for the first week o...

Bhopal: The process of destroying 337 metric tonnes of toxic waste stored in the warehouse of the Union Carbide factory responsible for the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy has begun. The industrial waste disposal unit in Pithampur near Indore is making necessary preparations in this regard. On Sunday morning, a team of experts started the work of filling the waste in 12 containers under tight security at the Bhopal's Carbide factory. These containers will be transported to Pithampur before January 3. During this time, entry inside the premises has been banned. A 'green corridor' has been prepared to safely transport the waste, so that it can reach Pithampur without any obstruction. Tight security arrangements Tight security arrangements have been made for this entire process. More than 100 policemen are deployed around the premises. At the same time, a team of more than 400 officers, employees, experts and doctors are engaged in this work. This waste is being filled in 12 container...

21-year-old Team India all-rounder Nitish Reddy said on Sunday that he has  been working hard on his batting and bowling for the last two-three years and now he is getting results. Reddy has so far scored 293 runs in 6 innings of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and batted at an average of around 59. He is India's top scorer in the series. Nitish Reddy revealed in a press conference in Australia that before the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, many former players had said that a young player who has only played IPL cannot perform in such a big series. After the match, when the Australian media asked about the role of his father Mutyalu, Nitish said, my father worked in the central government for 25 years. When I was nothing, I had not even played state-level cricket, the first person who believed in me was my father. At the age of 12, Nitish heard his father being insulted by relatives. Nitish's father Mutyala Reddy took VRS from Hindustan Zinc and started a micro-finance business with Rs 20 ...

The agitation of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) candidates in Patna turned violent on Sunday evening and the police had to use force to control them. The police lathi-charged and resorted to water cannon on the students trying to go from Gandhi Maidan to the CM's residence. Many students are reported to be injured in this incident. The protesting students had come out from Gandhi Maidan in Patna and sat at JP Golambar. After this, barricading was done. Jan Suraj founder Prashant Kishore was also sitting with the students. Prashant Kishor left the protest site at 7 pm. During this time, when the students tried to go ahead by breaking the barricades, the police used mild force. After this the police used water cannon. Earlier, Prashant Kishor gave information about the government's offer of talks and said, "The administrative officials of the government present on the spot talked to the students." "If the students or student organizations are not satisfied ...

Indian fast bowler Jaspreet Bumrah has made a new record in the fourth test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy being played in Melbourne. Jaspreet Bumrah has become the first Indian fast bowler to take the fastest 200 wickets in Test cricket. Jaspreet Bumrah made this record when he captured the wicket of Travis Head. Bumrah has taken 200 Test wickets in 44 matches. With this, he has become the second Indian bowler to do so. Indian spin bowler Ravichandran Ashwin had achieved this milestone in 37 matches. Team India's fast bowler Jaspreet Bumrah has achieved 904 points in the latest ICC Test rankings. Bumrah occupies the number one position in the bowlers' rankings Shortly after the fourth day's play began, India's first innings collapsed to 369 runs. Whereas Australia had scored 474 runs in the first innings. Meanwhile, the fourth day's play in the fourth Test match is over. In the second innings, Australia has scored 228 runs at the loss of nine wickets. For Aust...

Somvati Amavasya 2024: On Monday, December 30, the last Amavasya of this year 2024 i.e. Paush Amavasya will be celebrated. Somvati Amavasya has special significance in Hinduism. According to the Panchang, Paush Amavasya is celebrated on the Amavasya date of Krishna Paksha in Paush month. This year Paush Amavasya is falling on Monday. Therefore it can also be called Somvati Amavasya. Apart from this, this is also the last Amavasya of the year 2024. According to astrologers, if some special measures are taken on this day, then you can get the desired results in the coming year. On the day of Amavasya, do some astrological measures according to your problem. Marriage is not happening or there is a problem in marriage, there is no job or there is no progress in the job, business is stagnant or you are struggling with financial crisis. You can get the solution to any problem by doing some special measures on this day. Let's know about these remedies. Anoint Shivalinga with milk, curd, h...

A devastating plane crash at South Korea's Muan Airport has left 179 dead. A Jeju Air flight veered off the runway during landing. The Boeing 737-8AS, operating as Flight 2216, was returning from Thailand when it crashed into a fence and burst into flames. Authorities said there are only two survivors. The crash, reported in South Jeolla Province, occurred about 9 a.m.     The aircraft was carrying 181 people, including 175 passengers and six crew members. It failed to land safely after a reported "belly landing attempt."  Visuals showed thick black smoke billowing above the site Visuals from the scene showed thick black smoke billowing above the site as emergency staff worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames and evacuate passengers. Preliminary investigations suggest the crash was caused by bird strikes that damaged the landing gear, exacerbated by poor weather conditions. South Korea's Acting President Choi Sang-mok called for an immediate and full-scale response...

Makar Sankranti-2025: Makar Sankranti, to be celebrated on January 14, 2025, is the first major festival of the year. The festival marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn (Makar Rashi) according to astrological beliefs and is widely celebrated across the country with unique traditions. One of the most notable customs is the preparation and consumption of khichdi , along with the offering of dahi-chuda (curd and flattened rice) as prasad ( sacred offering). Let us explore the historical and cultural significance of these traditions. Tradition of Khichdi  Khichdi holds a central place in Makar Sankranti celebrations, and its association with the festival is rooted in an intriguing historical tale. During the time of Khilji's invasion of India, the Nath Yogis were engaged in a prolonged war, leaving them with little time to cook meals. Tired and weakened, they sought guidance from their spiritual leader, Guru Gorakhnath. The Guru suggested a practical solution: combining lentil...

Chess champion Gukesh D met the Prime Minister Narendra Modi today. PM Modi lauded his determination and dedication and said his confidence was truly inspiring. He remarked that their conversation today revolved around the transformative potential of yoga and meditation. In a thread post on X, PM Modi wrote: “Had an excellent interaction with chess champion and India’s pride, @DGukesh! I have been closely interacting with him for a few years now, and what strikes me most about him is his determination and dedication. His confidence is truly inspiring. In fact, I recall seeing a video of his few years ago where he had said he would become the youngest world champion— a prediction that has now clearly come true thanks to his own efforts.” “Along with confidence, Gukesh embodies calmness and humility. Upon winning, he was composed, basking in his glory while fully understanding how to process this hard-earned victory. Our conversation today revolved around the transformative potential of ...

Chhattisgarh is poised to become the new pharmaceutical hub of Central India, following approval from CM Vishnu Deo Sai. To boost research, development, and attract international investment in the pharmaceutical sector, the Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Development Authority (NRDA) has allocated 141.84 acres of land to the Chhattisgarh State Industrial Development Corporation (CSIDC) for the establishment of a pharmaceutical park in Sector 22, Village Tuta. The CM said that efforts are being made to develop a robust ecosystem in the medical sector within the state. To transform Chhattisgarh into a developed state by 2047, it is essential to strengthen health facilities and focus on people-oriented services. The establishment of the pharmaceutical park is a key component of this initiative. He also said that the new industrial policy includes provisions for various facilities and concessions aimed at supporting industries in the pharmaceutical sector. Investment will get boost The Chief Minist...

Agitating farmers on Saturday announced a Kisan Mahapanchayat scheduled for January 4 at the Khanauri protest site in connection with their various demands. This follows a call for a Punjab bandh on December 30 by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. The developments come as the Supreme Court has reprimanded the Punjab government for failing to ensure the hospitalization of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a hunger strike for over a month. Kaka Singh Kotda, a leader from SKM (non-political), stated that the 70-year-old Dallewal is on an indefinite fast, which has now reached its 33rd day. Kotda said that the upcoming Mahapanchayat will draw farmers from various states. The Supreme Court, on December 28, reprimanded the Punjab government and said that other farmer leaders may have stopped Dallewal from receiving medical treatment. In response, Dallewal released a video message asserting his commitment to the hunger strike. He questioned...

The BJP's Bhajanlal Sharma government in Rajasthan has taken several important decisions in the Cabinet meeting on Saturday. The Cabinet has abolished nine out of the seventeen new districts created by the earlier Congress government of Ashok Gehlot. It has also been decided to abolish three newly created divisions. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel told in a press conference that the Cabinet has re-determined the districts and divisions formed during the time of the previous government. Now there will be a total of 7 divisions and 41 districts in the state. The Ashok Gehlot government had increased the number of state's 33 districts and seven divisions to 50 districts and 10 divisions The Parliamentary Affairs Minister said that the previous government had decided to create 17 new districts and 3 new divisions in the state in the last year of its tenure. The announcement of three new districts was made only a day before the code of conduct for the Assembly Elections...

The reaction of Team India batter Nitish Reddy's father and family has been revealed following Reddy's century in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has also praised Reddy. Australia had scored 474 runs in their first innings. In reply, India has scored 358 runs by losing nine wickets in their first innings till the end of the third day today. On the third day of the fourth Test being played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the young all-rounder entertained the fans with a fireworks of runs. Nitish Reddy scored the first century of his Test career and pulled India out of a difficult situation in the Melbourne Test. 21-year-old Nitish is on the crease after scoring 105 runs off 176 balls. Nitish Reddy hit 10 fours and 1 six while batting at a strike rate of 59.66.   A very emotional moment for us: Nitish's father In a video, his father Mutyala Reddy says that this is a very emotional moment for the family. He said, "I am incredi...

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has slammed the government for the cremation of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat. He wrote on the social media platform X, "Bharat Mata's great son and the first Prime Minister of the Sikh community, Dr. Manmohan Singh ji has been insulted by the current government by performing his last rites at Nigambodh Ghat today. He was the Prime Minister of India for a decade. During his time, the country became an economic superpower and his policies still support the poor and backward classes of the country.'' He wrote, '' Till date, respecting the dignity of all former Prime Ministers, their last rites were performed at authorized Samadhi Sthals so that every person can pay tribute by paying last respect without any inconvenience.'' Rahul Gandhi wrote, '' Manmohan Singh deserves our highest respect and Samadhi Sthal. The government should have shown respect towards this great son of the coun...

New Delhi: Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was cremated with state honors at Nigambodh Ghat here on Saturday. Manmohan's wife Gursharan Kaur, elder daughter Upinder Singh (65), second daughter Daman Singh (61) and third daughter Amrit Singh (58) were present at Nigambodh Ghat. The family also met Prime Minister Modi. The daughter lit the funeral pyre. Sonia, Priyanka, Rahul and senior Congress leaders paid tribute to him at Nigambodh Ghat. President Murmu, Prime Minister Modi, Defense Minister Rajnath also came to bid him a final farewell. During the funeral, Manmohan Singh was draped with his favorite blue turban. To remember Cambridge University, he had made one of its colors the signature color of his turban. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, PM Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, BJP President and U...

Pakistan seems to be paying heavily for its air strike against Afghanistan. Taliban has retaliated by launching an attack. To take revenge, an operation was launched against Pakistan. Clashes broke out between Pakistan and Taliban in Paktia and Khost provinces. 19 Pakistani soldiers have been killed in this clash between the two neighbouring countries. Since the air strike by Pakistan, relations between Pakistan and Taliban have been deteriorating. After the air strike, when Taliban fighters were moving towards the border of Pakistan, they clashed with Pakistani soldiers. On Saturday too, clashes have been going on between the two on the border of Khost and Paktia provinces since morning.  As soon as the information of Taliban fighters moving forward was received, Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif had threatened that if the Taliban does not refrain from fighting, they will continue the attacks. However, this threat of Pak PM Shahbaz Sharif has not affected the Taliban. A day ...

The mortal remains of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh have been brought to Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi. The last rites will be performed with state honours in a short while. The three armies saluted Manmohan Singh's mortal remains. The mortal remains were brought to Nigambodh Ghat in an army gun carriage. Rahul Gandhi was sitting in the vehicle with the mortal remains. President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute to Manmohan. PM Modi and Home Minister Shah have reached the ghat. Manmohan's mortal remains were brought from his residence to the Congress headquarters at 9:30 am. Here Dr Singh's wife Gursharan Kaur and daughter Daman Singh paid tribute to him. Apart from Rahul Gandhi, Sonia and Priyanka, other Congress leaders also paid their last respects to Manmohan Singh. The Congress has expressed displeasure over Manmohan Singh's funeral at Nigambodh Ghat. KC Venugopal said - The government could not even ...

Residents of Gah village in Chakwal district, Punjab, Pakistan, are mourning the death of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, feeling as though they have lost a family member. Altaf Hussain, a local teacher and Singh's former classmate, shared that the community held a condolence meeting to honor the memory of their fellow villager. Manmohan Singh, who attended school in Gah until the fourth grade, was remembered fondly by those who knew him. His father, Gurmukh Singh, was a textile merchant, and his mother, Amrit Kaur, was a housewife. Friends affectionately called him 'Mohna.'  Gah village is situated approximately 100 km southwest of Islamabad and was part of Jhelum district at the time of Singh's birth, later becoming part of Chakwal district in 1986. Singh’s rise brought to spotlight his forgotten ancestral village Singh’s rise brought to spotlight his forgotten ancestral village, surrounded by lush fields. Some classmates who were around when he became pr...