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Firstpost Editor's Picks: Article 370 revoked in Jammu and Kashmir, Sushma Swaraj passes away, RBI's rate cut; today's must-read stories
Fp Staff • 6 years agoFirstpost Editor's Picks: Article 370 revoked in Jammu and Kashmir, Sushma Swaraj passes away, RBI's rate cut; today's must-read stories
Sushma Swaraj funeral; latest updates: Ex-minister cremated with State honours in Delhi as top NDA leaders bid farewell
Fp Staff • 6 years agoSushma Swaraj funeral; latest updates: Former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj has been cremated with State honours at Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi. Top dignitaries and others who came to the crematorium to pay their respects are now vacating the premises.
Sushma Swaraj wanted to spend days meeting people, said 'have seen so much in life, don't aspire to be a governor'
Anitasaluja • 6 years agoMy obvious question, when I met Sushma Swaraj on Monday was: “Why didn’t you become the Minister?” She replied, “It’s all destiny.” However, when prodded further, it became evident that politics within the BJP had put spokes on her inclusion in the Modi 2.0 Cabinet
Sushma Swaraj was pivotal in making public life an option for ordinary women and not just the privileged elites
Ajay Singh • 6 years agoSushma Swaraj was a pioneer in changing the perception of public life for women: With her as a conduit, public life ceased to be the preserve of women from elite backgrounds and also became a viable career option for the average woman-next-door.
Sushma Swaraj passes away: Here's how Indian dailies paid tribute to former external affairs minister
Fp Staff • 6 years agoBJP leader and former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj who passed away due to a cardiac arrest on Tuesday
'Orator par excellence' Sushma Swaraj passes away: From Lok Sabha to UNGA, a look at her most memorable speeches
Fp Staff • 6 years agoVeteran politician Sushma Swaraj, who passed away at the age of 67 late on Tuesday night, is being hailed by politicians and citizens for being an "accessible" and illustrious leader, while also being an orator "par excellence."
Sushma Swaraj, minister who brought warmth to 'clinical' MEA through her tweets: 'Kind' BJP leader changed lives over social media
Fp Staff • 6 years agoThe Narendra Modi-led government had just started the policy to ensure outreach to citizens via social media in 2014, and Swaraj arguably was at the forefront throughout her tenure, even during a short period in 2016 when she was seriously ill and had to undergo a kidney transplant.
Sushma Swaraj passes away: From 'supermom' to being Twitter's favourite politician, netizens condole demise of BJP stalwart
Fp Staff • 6 years agoA politician who was respected across party lines, Sushma Swaraj was aptly hailed as 'supermom' of India by Washington Post for solving the problems of distressed Indians around the world.
Sushma Swaraj will be remembered by opponents and allies alike for fighting spirit, drive and dedication
Sanjay • 6 years agoSushma Swaraj had always been a fighter and never shied away from a challenge that was given to her. She wouldn’t accept a perceived privileged position if her heart wouldn’t allow it
Sushma Swaraj passes away: Modi, Advani, Amit Shah, Smriti Irani offer condolences; last rites to be held at Lodhi crematorium
Fp Staff • 6 years agoFormer External Affairs minister and veteran BJP leader Sushma Swaraj passed away in Delhi on Tuesday night due to a cardiac arrest.