Ratan Tata: Mortal remains are being taken for last rites | Highlights
- 4:19 PM IST, Oct 10 ‘Deeply saddened,’ says Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma
- 4:16 PM IST, Oct 10 Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik on Odisha's Puri creates sand art to pay tribute to veteran industrialist
- 3:58 PM IST, Oct 10 Mortal remains are being taken for last rites
- 3:45 PM IST, Oct 10 Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge says, ‘his philanthropy stands as testimony for others to follow’
- 3:35 PM IST, Oct 10 Ratan Tata's s dog ‘Goa’ comes to pay homage to him
- 3:19 PM IST, Oct 10 Amir Khan arrives at NCPA Lawns in Mumbai to pay last tributes
- 3:15 PM IST, Oct 10 Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu pays last tributes
- 3:10 PM IST, Oct 10 Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan pays last tributes in Mumbai
- 3:05 PM IST, Oct 10 ‘Ratan Tata gave new heights to the Indian industry,’ Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra tweets
- 3:01 PM IST, Oct 10 Actor Rajinikanth tweets, ‘Man who inspired thousands of industrialists’
- 2:53 PM IST, Oct 10 Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani pay last tributes
- 2:39 PM IST, Oct 10 Amit Shah, Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis pay last tributes
- 2:32 PM IST, Oct 10 Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar pays last respects
- 2:28 PM IST, Oct 10 ‘His death marks end of an era,’ says SP Group Chairman Shapoorji Mistry
Ratan Tata | Highlights: Indian industrialist Ratan Tata, who is credited with transforming the Tata Group into a globally renowned conglomerate, died at age 86, the company said late Wednesday. He had been admitted in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital in Mumbai, where his condition was described as “critical”....Read More
-Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Draupadi Murmu led the nation in paying tributed to the late Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also expressed their condolences and recalled the values and contributions of Ratan Tata.
-Foreign dignitaries including Nepal Prime Minister Sharma Oli and US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti expressed their condolences to the passing away of the Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group.
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-Ratan Tata's mortal remains has been put up for display in South Mumbai's National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) for the public to pay their last respects. Political leaders from Maharashtra, including deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar, NCP leader Praful Patel and NCP (SP) leader Sharad Pawar visited the site to pay their last respects.
-Home Minister Amit Shah visited the NCPA to pay his last respects on behalf of Government of India.
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-Maharashtra government declared October 10, Thursday, to be a state mourning day, as a mark of respect to the late industrialist. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced that Ratan Tata will be accorded a state funeral and all national flags across government buildings will be flown at half-mast. The state has also cancelled all government events in Mumbai.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: ‘Deeply saddened,’ says Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma
Ratan Tata | Live updates: On Ratan Tata's passing, Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma expressed his grief, saying, "I'm deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Ratan Tata. He was not only renowned for transforming industry and the TATA brand, but also for his philanthropic work and compassion towards people... that's what he will be most remembered for."
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik on Odisha's Puri creates sand art to pay tribute to veteran industrialist
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Mortal remains are being taken for last rites
Ratan Tata | Live updates: The mortal remains of industrialist Ratan Tata are being taken from NCPA Lawns in Mumbai for the final rites.
The last rites will take place at the Worli crematorium.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge says, ‘his philanthropy stands as testimony for others to follow’
Ratan Tata | Live updates: On the passing of Ratan Tata, Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge said, “Ratan Tata was one of the greatest influencers of the century for many entrepreneurs. His drive for innovation, building new businesses, and his sense of humanity in all his ventures stood out—he never sought to be on the list of top billionaires. His philanthropy serves as an example for others to follow... His demise is not just a significant loss for the industry, but for the entire country.”
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Ratan Tata's s dog ‘Goa’ comes to pay homage to him
Ratan Tata’s dog, named Goa, came to pay his respects to him. Goa was found by Tata years ago in the state of Goa, which is how he got his name. He has since lived at Bombay House, the headquarters of the Tata Group.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Amir Khan arrives at NCPA Lawns in Mumbai to pay last tributes
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu pays last tributes
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan pays last tributes in Mumbai
Ratan Tata | Live updates: ‘Ratan Tata gave new heights to the Indian industry,’ Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra tweets
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra tweeted, saying, "Ratan Tata gave new heights to the Indian industry with his tireless hard work and progressive approach. The unprecedented example set by Ratan Tata in the field of public welfare and service to humanity will continue to inspire for centuries. The country will always miss him. My deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Ratan Tata. May God give him a place at His feet."
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Actor Rajinikanth tweets, ‘Man who inspired thousands of industrialists’
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Actor Rajinikanth took to X to pay tribute to industrialist Ratan Tata, who passed away on Wednesday night.
“A great legendary icon who put India on the global map with his vision and passion. A man who inspired thousands of industrialists. A man who created countless jobs for many generations. A man who was loved and respected by all. My deepest salutations to him. I will forever cherish every moment spent with this great soul. A true son of India is no more. Rest in peace,” Rajinikanth wrote.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani pay last tributes
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, along with his wife Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, their son Akash Ambani, and daughter-in-law Shloka Ambani, paid homage to Ratan Tata at NCPA Lawns in Mumbai.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Amit Shah, Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis pay last tributes
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Union home minister Amit Shah, Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Shinde and deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis paid their last tribues to Ratan Tata in Mumbai.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar pays last respects
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar offered his final respects to Ratan Tata on Thursday.
Tata, widely recognised for shaping the Tata Group into a global powerhouse, passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday night at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: ‘His death marks end of an era,’ says SP Group Chairman Shapoorji Mistry
Ratan Tata | Live updates: SP Group Chairman Shapoorji Mistry, in his condolence message on Thursday, stated that Ratan Tata will forever be remembered as a visionary leader who made a significant impact on the growth of the Tata Group. He remarked that Tata’s unfortunate passing symbolizes the end of an era.
Mistry also emphasized the long-standing relationship between the Mistry family and the Tata Group, particularly with Ratan Tata.
The SP Group holds an 18.37 per cent stake in Tata Sons, the main investment holding company and promoter of Tata Companies, making it the largest minority shareholder.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Former President Ram Nath Kovind recalls meeting Ratan Tata in Rashtrapati Bhavan
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Former President Ram Nath Kovind expressed his condolences over the demise of Ratan Tata.
"I am deeply saddened by the demise of Ratan Tata. I had personal relations with him. His humility and simplicity was such that I never felt that he was a big industrialist whenever we used to meet at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He was a humble person to me," said Kovind.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: S Jaishankar says Ratan Tata was “a man ahead of his time”
Ratan Tata | Live updates: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recollected fond memories he shared with Ratan Tata during his diplomatic stint in the United States.
“At that time, we started the CEO forum with the United States. He was a natural choice as a person who was to lead it. So those years we used to work together quite closely, travel together to the US,” Jaishankar said as he expressed his condolences to the veteran industrialist.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Harsh Goenka supports proposal to confer Bharat Ratna to late Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Harsh Goenka, chairperson of the RPG Group, supported Maharashtra government's proposal to the Centre to confer Bharat Ratna on the late industrialist Ratan Tata.
"He has left such footprints and ideals that we will follow. He should get Bharat Ratna, there is no other person more deserving than him in the world," Goenka said.
The Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian award, given for exceptional service in any field of human endeavor. Established on January 2, 1954, by the President of India, the Bharat Ratna is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to areas such as the arts, literature, science, public service, and sports, among others.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Air India flight Captain shares personal memory of Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Tata group owned airlines make in-flight announcements in remembrance of Ratan Tata
Tata group owned airlines Air India, Air India Express and Vistara made in-flight announcements in remembrance of their late Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata.
Air India Express MD Aloke Singh said Tata's passion and immense contribution to aviation and his guidance in the shaping the group and organisation, makes the loss deeper.
"His legacy lives on and continues to inspire us in our journey ahead," he added.
Meanwhile, as a mark of respect, Air India Express switched over to a theme featuring white lilies in a dark background on its website and social media handles.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: ISRO Chairman S Somnath recalls studying in Tata institution
Ratan Tata | Live updates: ISRO Chairman S Somnath hailed late Ratan Tata for building institutions and creating an inclusive work culture. He also praised the Tata's for cultivating a tradition of ethical business practices across sectors.
“I also studied in a Tata institution, called Tata Institute long back created out of funding from Tata. That shows that they gave importance not only to creating institutions but also to creating a culture of involvement of staff and people, creating education and philanthropy play a very important role in their business ecosystem and do it in a manner which is more democratic and involves everyone,” Somnath said while expressing condolence to Ratan Tata's demise.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Former PM Manmohan Singh writes to Tata Sons chairman to express condolences
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh wrote a letter to Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran to express condolences over the death of Ratan Tata.
“He was much more than a business icon, his vision and humanity demonstrated in the work of several charities founded and nurtured during his life. He was having the courage of speaking the truth to the men in power. I have fond memories of working very closely with him on several occasions,” wrote Singh in his letter.
Ratan Tata | Live updates: Maharashtra proposes Bharat Ratna for late industrialist
Ratan Tata | Live updates: The Maharashtra government at a cabinet meeting on Thursday decided to propose Ratan Tata's name for the Bharat Ratna award. The meeting, headed by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, also passed a resolution expressing condolences over the late industrialist's demise.
Ratan Tata death news live: Sunil Bharti Mittal of Airtel condoles demise of Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata death news live: Founder & Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, Sunil Bharti Mittal expressed his condolences over the demise of Ratan Tata and said he leaves behind his imprint on the Indian economy.
"I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ratan Tata. He leaves behind an astronomical imprint on the Indian industry, philanthropy and the perennial zest to better the world we live in. A true nation builder, his legacy in the growth of the country will forever inspire entrepreneurs and all Indians alike. On behalf of Bharti Enterprises, I share my deepest condolences with the Tata family," Mittal said.
Ratan Tata death news live: RBI Governor calls Ratan Tata a ‘true visionary’
Ratan Tata death news live: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das paid his last respects to Ratan Tata at NCPA, Mumbai. Das called him a true visionary and a strong believer in ethics in corporate governance.
“I think whenever the economic history of modern India is written, I would feel that a full volume will not be enough to describe his achievements...A great son of India and a phenomenal person. May his soul rest in peace,” Das added.
Ratan Tata death news live: Kumar Mangalam Birla pays his last respects to Ratan Tata at NCPA
Ratan Tata death news live: Aditya Birla group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla paid his last respects to mortal remains of Ratan Tata at NCPA in South Mumbai.
"It's a great loss for the country - not just for corporate India but the country as a whole. The impact of his work is quite unparalleled. We should remember him through the richness of his work. We met many times, years back - he was sober, frugal and always used to think in the interest of the country," Birla said while speaking to ANI.
Ratan Tata death news live: Nepal PM Sharma Oli condoles Ratan Tata's death
Ratan Tata death news live: Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli said he was deeply saddened by the passing away of Ratan Tata.
"A true titan of industry. His visionary leadership in business as well as philanthropy touched a vast number of lives, reaching far beyond India. His legacy and the positive impact on society will be cherished," he said in a post on X.
Ratan Tata death news live: Never met anyone like him, says MP Sudha Murthy
Ratan Tata death news live: "In my life, I met him (Ratan Tata), a man of integrity, and simplicity, always caring for others and compassionate. I really miss him. I don't think in my experience I met anyone like him. May I only pray, may his soul rest in peace. he was a legend, there was an era, but this is the end of an era for me. He was a person of integrity, integrity was so important. He was like that. He had enormous patience. He was a simple man... I learn philanthropy in the House of Tatas only. It's my personal loss... I feel now vacuumed in my personal life," said authour-philanthropist and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy.
Ratan Tata death news live: US Ambassador to India says world lost a giant
Ratan Tata death news live: US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti took to X to express his condolences and share memories of late veteran industrialist Ratan Tata.
"India and the world have lost a giant with a giant heart. When I was nominated to serve as ambassador, the first congratulations from India came from Ratan Tata, who gave so much in service to my hometown, serving on the board of the University of Southern California. He saw a future of greater prosperity and equality for his country and did so much for our world. May his memory be a blessing," Garcetti said.
Ratan Tata death news live: Mortal remains of Ratan Tata at NCPA lawns
Ratan Tata death news live: People gather at NCPA lawns to pay last respects to Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata death news live: There won't be another Ratan Tata, says close aide Suhel Seth
Ratan Tata death news live: “There won't be another Ratan Tata. Every Indian is impacted today,” said Suhel Seth, a close aide of veteran industrialist. Seth also said that he would remember his friend as a great human being with dignity and utmost compassion.
"Someone who lives his life with such courage, fortitude and love for the country. I don't think there won't be another Ratan Tata...He was a different kind of a man...There are innumerable anecdotes, it is not about what Ratan Tata achieved in business, but the man was something else whether it was his staff or business...What he will leave in India is a great character, humanism and a legacy that people will love to follow...He defined every Indian," Seth said while speaking to ANI.
Ratan Tata death news live: Dharmendra Pradhan condoles death of veteran industrialist
Ratan Tata death news live: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in a post on X expressed his condolences over the death of Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group.
“India Inc. is left poorer today with the passing of Shri #RatanTata. A man with a golden heart, he will be remembered for his philanthropic works and towering contributions to the world of business and enterprise. He belonged to a rare breed of business leaders who was always passionate about giving back to society. He will remain an inspiration to millions around the world. Sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti,” Pradhan wrote.
Ratan Tata death news live: A leader par excellence, says Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Ratan Tata death news live: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman took to social platform X to express her deep condolences over veteran industrialist Ratan Tata's demise.
“Saddened by the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata, a leader par excellence, visionary industrialist, and philanthropist whose contributions have left an indelible mark on our society,” she said.
“His deep resolve to innovation, ethical business practices, and social responsibility transformed industries and uplifted communities. Extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. His remarkable legacy will continue to inspire generations to come,” she added.
Ratan Tata death news live: US Consulate in Mumbai condoles death of Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata death news live: “We mourn the loss of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata, a visionary leader and a national icon whose unwavering commitment to innovation and philanthropy transformed India and the world. His legacy will inspire generations to come. We offer our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the people of India,” said the US Consulate in a post on social platform X.
Ratan Tata death news live: Watch visuals of Ratan Tata's mortal remains being taken to NCPA
Ratan Tata death news live: AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal shares video snippet in memory of Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata death news live: Former union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar expresses condolences
Ratan Tata death news updates: Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal condoles Ratan Tata's death
Ratan Tata death news updates: Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court Kapil Sibal expressed his condolences over the death of industrialist Ratan Tata.
“A gentleman, industrialist, philanthropist, evangelist, a nationalist. Represented an era gone by, may his soul rest in peace,” wrote Sibal in a post on X.
Ratan Tata death news updates: Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar arrives to pay last respects to Ratan Tata
Ratan Tata death news updates: PM Modi speaks with Noel Tata to express condolences
Ratan Tata death news updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the late industrialist's half-brother Noel Tata and expressed his condolences over the death of Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group Ratan Tata.
Speculated to be the likely successor to Ratan Tata, Noel Tata currently serves on the board of various Tata group of companies.
Ratan Tata death news updates: Maharashtra Governor expresses deep grief over Ratan Tata's demise
Ratan Tata death news updates: Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan expressed his condolences over the demise of Ratan Tata. He called the late industrialist a great nationalist & a visionary industrialist.
"His vision and humane leadership led the Tata Group to achieve remarkable success all around the world bringing immense pride to our Nation," he said in a post on X.
“Until his last breath he served ‘Mother India’ and his contributions to the society through his philanthropic activities will remain unmatched. He will be an inspiration and motivation to millions and millions of youngsters not only in India but all around. the world,” he added.
Ratan Tata death news live updates: TN BJP President Annamalai mourns Ratan Tata's death
Ratan Tata death news live updates: “Deeply saddened to know, Shri. Ratan Tata avl, who gave a new meaning to charity & philanthropy throughout his living life; an ethical business leader who had always put fair practices & country’s interest over any short-term needs; who had imprinted his strong unshakeable values on the illustrious Tata Group with its strong corporate governance principles is no more with us! I pray for his eternal sadagati and offer my sincere condolences to the Tata Group and his near and dear ones,” Annamalai wrote in a post on X.
Ratan Tata death news updates: Ratan Tata's final rites to be performed at Mumbai's Worli crematorium
Ratan Tata death news updates: According to a statement, “The mortal remains of Mr Ratan N Tata will be taken to the NCPA Lawns, Nariman Point, Mumbai at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, 10th October 2024, for members of the public to pay their last respects and homage to the departed soul.”
At 4:00 p.m., the mortal remains will embark on its final journey to the Prayer Hall at the Worli Crematorium, Dr. E. Moses Road, Worli.
Ratan Tata death news updates: Ratan Tata’s assistant Shantanu Naidu shares goodbye post
Ratan Tata death news updates: Ratan Tata’s trusted assistant, Shantanu Naidu, mourned the loss of the national icon in a post shared early this morning. “The hole that this friendship has now left with me, I will spend the rest of my life trying to fill. Grief is the price to pay for love. Goodbye, my dear lighthouse,” wrote the 30-year-old General Manager at the Office of Ratan Tata. He also shared a throwback photo which shows the two of them together. Read more
Ratan Tata death news updates: Naveen Patnaik says Ratan Tata was a shining beacon of India's entrepreneurial spirit
Ratan Tata death news updates: “Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of visionary industrialist, philanthropist Ratan Tata. He was a shining beacon of India’s entrepreneurial spirit. He has left an indelible legacy in the business landscape across the world which will inspire future generations. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family, friends and followers in the hour of grief,” wrote former Odisha chief minister in a condolence post on X.
Ratan Tata death news updates: Kumari Selja mourns Ratan Tata's death
Ratan Tata death news updates: Haryana Congress leader Kumari Selja said Ratan Tata's contributions to the development and social upliftment of the country will be remembered for centuries.
“My heart is heavy with such sad news. The demise of Ratan Tata ji is an irreparable loss not only for India but for the entire humanity. The contribution he made to the development and social upliftment of the country will be remembered for centuries. His ideals and his values will always inspire us,” wrote the Congress MP in a post on X.
Ratan Tata death news updates: P Chidambaram condoles Ratan Tata's death
Ratan Tata death news updates: Former Union finance minister and Congress MP P Chidambaram paid his condolences to Ratan Tata in a post on X.
“Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata, a true leader who groomed many leaders to steer India's largest conglomerate business. His life and work, and many acts of philanthropy, will remain an inspiration for many generations of entrepreneurs. Heartfelt condolences to the entire Tata family and his personal family and friends. May his soul rest in peace,” his post read.
Ratan Tata death news updates: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister says Ratan Tata's life an ‘iconic legacy to cherish’
Ratan Tata death news updates: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar says Ratan Tata was an inspiration to entrepreneurs in India and beyond
Ratan Tata death news updates: Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankar extended his condolences to friends, family and admirers of Ratan Tata in a post on X.
Dhankar called him “a towering figure of Indian industry, whose contributions towards building a self-reliant Bharat will forever be an inspiration to entrepreneurs in India and beyond”.
“A man of deep commitment and compassion, his philanthropic contributions and the humility he embodied aptly reflect the ethos he embraced. As ‘the legend’ of Indian industry leaves behind a lasting legacy, Bharat would miss him very dearly,” his post added.
Ratan Tata death news updates: MK Stalin says Ratan Tata set benchmark for ethical business practices
Ratan Tata death news updates: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said he was deeply saddened by the passing away of industrialist Ratan Tata. He called him a “true titan of Indian industry and a beacon of humility and compassion”.
“His visionary leadership not only shaped the Tata Group but also set a global benchmark for ethical business practices. His relentless dedication to nation-building, innovation, and philanthropy has left an indelible mark on millions of lives,” Stalin's post on X read.
“India has lost a giant, but his legacy will continue to inspire generations. I offer my deepest condolences to his family, colleagues, and the entire Tata Group in this profound moment of loss,” Stalin added.