Obituaries

Honoring Ratan Tata: Bihar Postal Circle Releases Special Cover

In a tribute to the legacy of Ratan Naval Tata, the Bihar Postal Circle has released a special cover commemorating his contributions to industry, philanthropy, and national development. This gesture serves not only as a tribute but also as a...

Passing of P. Venugopal: A Pioneer in Cardiac Surgery

Dr. P. Venugopal, the former Director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and a celebrated cardiac surgeon, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024, at the age of 82. Renowned for conducting India's first heart transplant and...

Tata Sons Chairman Ratan Tata Passes Away At 86

Tata Sons Chairman, Ratan Tata passed away on 9 October 2024 at the age of 86 due to prolonged age-related illness at Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai. His passing marks the end of an era, as Tata's leadership and vision left...

Veteran Actor Mohanraj, Iconic ‘Keerikkadan Jose’, Passes Away at 70

Veteran Malayalam actor Mohanraj, famed for his unforgettable villainous role as "Keerikkadan Jose'' in the classic film Kireedam, passed away on October 3, 2024, at his residence in Kanjirankulam. Known for his remarkable contributions to the Malayalam film industry, Mohanraj's...

Dame Maggie Smith, A Legendary Actress Passes at 89

The world of entertainment mourns the loss of one of its brightest stars. Dame Maggie Smith, the celebrated British actress renowned for her roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, has passed away at the age of 89. Her family...

Tennis Legend Luis Ayala Passes Away at 91

The tennis world mourns the loss of a true legend as Luis Ayala, one of Chile's most celebrated athletes, passed away at the age of 91. The Chilean Tennis Federation made the somber announcement on Wednesday, marking the end of...

Olympic Cyclist Daniela Chirinos Passes Away at 51

The cycling world mourns the loss of Daniela Larreal Chirinos, a celebrated Venezuelan Olympic cyclist who passed away at the age of 51. Chirinos, known for her remarkable career spanning over a decade, left an indelible mark on the sport...

Former Player And Ex-Federer Coach Peter Lundgren Passes Away

Former Swedish tennis player Peter Lundgren, who also coached Roger Federer early in the Swiss player's career, has passed away at the age of 59. One of the best has unfortunately left us far too soon. Swedish tennis player Lundgren...

Former CSIR Director-General Girish Sahni Passes Away at 68

Dr. Girish Sahni, the former director-general of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), passed away on August 19, 2024, at the age of 68. Sources reported to The Hindu that the cause of death was a heart attack....

Indian Army Mourns The Loss Of General S Padmanbham

Former Chief of Army Staff General Sundararajan Padmanabhan, who passed away at his Chennai residence on August 19, was cremated with full military honours at Besant Nagar on August 20. The Indian Army bid a solemn farewell to the late...