On the Left Front’s opposition to the Indo-US nuclear deal, Singh said he always prayed for courage when under pressure. “In life, one has to live with many disappointments. I have always prayed to God to give me courage,” he said.
Award list
NDTV Indian of the year: The Indian Soldier
Global Indian: RK Pachauri
Sports: Vishwanathan Anand
Special award: Bhaichung Bhutia and the hockey team in Chak de India
Business: Mukesh Ambani
Special award: KP Singh
Unsung Heroes: Indian soldier
Cinema: Rajnikanth
Special award: Shah Rukh Khan
Music: AR Rehman
Leader: Manmohan Singh
Special award for inspirational leadership went to APJ Abdul Kalam.