Country announced seven-day mourning period and has cancelled all cultural and entertainment events in the coming week

The veteran leader, who was also credited for a landmark nuclear deal with the United States, died late Thursday at age 92.

The ashes of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh were immersed at Yamuna Ghat in Delhi after his cremation at Nigambodh Ghat. The family performed rituals at Gurdwara Majnu Ka Tilla Sahib. Government dignitaries and Congress leaders paid respects.