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Ex-chairman of Bajaj Group Rahul Bajaj passes away

February 12, 2022, 3:52 PM

Radhika Dhawad | Mumbai

Rahul Bajaj

Rahul Bajaj

Former chairman at Bajaj Group Padma Bhushan Rahul Bajaj passed away at the age of 83 in Pune on Saturday, February 11. A statement from the Bajaj Group said that the industrialist died in the ‘presence of his closest family members.’

“It is with deep sorrow that I inform you about the passing away of Shri Rahul Bajaj, husband of the late Rupa Bajaj and father of Rajiv/Deepa, Sanjiv/Shefali and Sunaina/Manish. He passed away on the afternoon of 12th February, 2022 in the presence of his closest family members,” a statement from Bajaj Group read.

Bajaj had pneumonia and also suffered from a heart problem. He was admitted to the hospital for last one month, said Dr Purvez Grant, the managing trustee at Ruby Hall Clinic.

Rahul Bajaj was born on June 10, 1938. Bajaj had completed his degree in Economics and Law. He also completed his MBA from Harvard University in USA.

He joined Bajaj Auto in 1968 as an executive officer and since then was instrumental in making Bajaj grow manifold in the automotive industry.

In 2001, Rahul Bajaj was awarded the Padma Bhushan.
Last year, Bajaj had resigned as the Chairman of Bajaj Auto. He was in charge of Bajaj Auto for over five decades.

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Renowned singer KK passes away at 53

Published

3 years ago

May 31, 2022

Amar Ashok Jajoo | Kolkata

KK passed away at the age of 53 in Kolkata

Renowned playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, passed away at the age of 53 in Kolkata. The singer performed at Nazul Mancha auditorium on Tuesday (May 31). He went to his hotel after his performance and collapsed. He was rushed to Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI) at around 10:30 pm, where he was declared brought dead by the doctors. The exact cause of his death is unknown as of now.

Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. His songs reflected a wide range of emotions as struck a chord with people of all age groups. We will always remember him through his songs. Condolences to his family and fans. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 31, 2022

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Ambedkar Jayanti: Rare photos of Dr BR Ambedkar that also include his Nagpur visit…

Published

4 years ago

April 14, 2022

Radhika Dhawad | Nagpur

On the occasion of Dr Ambedkar’s Jayanti, we bring you some rare pictures including some, in which he even visited Nagpur…

Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar (14 April 1891 – 6 December 1956) was an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer who chaired the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly and was also India’s First Minister for Law and Justice.

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Australian cricket legend Shane Warne passes away at 52

Published

4 years ago

March 4, 2022

Amar Ashok Jajoo | Mumbai

Shane Warne

Shane Warne

Shane Warne, the legendary Australian spinner, passed away at the age of 52 after suffering a suspected heart attack, his management has confirmed.

A statement by the managenent read: “Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived. The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course.”

More details are awaited.