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The final rites of renowned industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata were performed with full state honours at a central Mumbai crematorium on Thursday (October 10, 2024)

The immortal remains of Ratan Tata arrived at the Worli crematorium. | Photo Credit: Emmanual Yogini

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The final rites of renowned industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata were performed with full state honours at a central Mumbai crematorium on Thursday (October 10, 2024) evening.

The Mumbai police paid tribute to Tata with a gun salute.

The industry titan’s family members, including the half-brother Noel Tata, and top executives from the Tata Group like chairman N. Chandrasekaran, were present at the crematorium in Worli.

Industrialist Ratan Tata’s body was on Thursday morning taken from his house in a hearse, decked with white flowers, to the NCPA in south Mumbai where it was kept for people to pay their last respects.

Ratan Tata died at a Mumbai hospital late on Wednesday (October 9, 2024). The chairman emeritus of the Tata group was 86.

Tata was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in south Mumbai on Monday (October 7, 2024) owing to age-related issues, and to control his blood pressure.

Tributes poured in from across the country, following Tata’s death. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his death, calling him a “visionary business leader, compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being”.

In a statement, the Congress said it “is deeply saddened by the passing of Padma Vibhushan Shri Ratan Tata, a titan of Indian industry and a philanthropist who shaped India’s corporate landscape.”

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Life and times of Ratan Tata: A timeline

​Ratan Tata​, one of India’s iconic business leaders and former chairman of the Tata Group, passed away on Wednesday (Octob 9, 2024) at the age of 86.

In a statement confirming the news, N. Chandrasekaran, Tata Sons Chairman, expressed, “On behalf of the entire Tata family, I extend our deepest condolences to his loved ones. His legacy will continue to inspire us as we work to uphold the values he so passionately championed.”

​Here is a glimpse into the life and times of Mr. Tata​

October 10, 2024 19:55
Bengal Inc mourns loss of Ratan Tata

The business community in Bengal and across India is in mourning, following the demise of Ratan Tata, the legendary former chairman of the Tata Group.

Tributes poured in from industry leaders and organisations alike, expressing their deep sorrow and admiration for Tata’s legacy.

Amit Saraogi, president of the MCCI, lauded Tata’s transformative leadership, which saw the Tata Group’s revenues soar from USD 4 billion to over USD 100 billion. Saraogi also highlighted Tata’s significant contributions to corporate social responsibility and philanthropy.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 19:39
Tata Steel employees remember Ratan Tata as visionary, guardian

For the people of Jamshedpur, Tata does not mean a company but it has given them identity. The employees in the Tata company remembered him with profound grief.

A resident of Jamshedpur, Ram Mohan Singh, who retired in September after working in Tata Steel for 42 years, closely remembered Mr. Tata who first visited Jamshedpur in 1963 to look into how Tata Steel works.

Read the full story here.

October 10, 2024 19:18
Ratan Tata bids adieu after realising aviation dream

An architect by qualification and an aviator by passion, Ratan Tata realised the dream of loss-making Air India flying back to the Tata hangar.

He flew planes and fighter aircraft but his longing for Tatas to pilot Air India again remained a dream till January 2022. For years, many headwinds came the way in the group’s efforts to come back into the aviation space through Air India.

Finally, the aviation efforts took wings, first with AirAsia India and the second with Vistara, a joint venture with Singapore Airlines.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 19:15
Ratan Tata an iconic business leade: HUL CEO

Ratan Tata was an iconic business leader and a truly inspiring human being, who embodied the spirit of compassionate capitalism, Hindustan Unilever CEO & Managing Director Rohit Jawa said.

“It is indeed the end of an era for India Inc. His legacy will continue to live through his immeasurable contributions to the nation and the Indian business landscape,” Mr. Jawa said.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 19:09
‘Humble man’: Farooq Abdullah, PDP’s Iltija Mufti condole Rata Tata’s death

National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah and PDP’s Iltija Mufti condoled the death of Ratan Tata, saying he was a humble man whose contribution can never be forgotten.

“It is shocking. He (Tata) was a humble man.

“He opened his family organisation for everyone. He took his company to the entire world,” Mr. Abdullah told reporters.

The NC president said Tata’s contribution to the country can never be forgotten.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 19:04
Ratan Tata cremated with full state honours in Mumbai

The final rites of renowned industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata were performed with full state honours at a central Mumbai crematorium on Thursday evening.

The Mumbai police paid tribute to Tata with a gun salute.

The industry titan’s family members, including the half-brother Noel Tata, and top executives from the Tata Group like chairman N Chandrasekaran, were present at the crematorium in Worli.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 17:44
U.K. minister pays homage to ‘titan’ of business world

U.K. Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has paid homage to Ratan Tata as a “titan” of the business world who played a huge role in shaping British industry.

“Sad to hear about the passing of Ratan Tata. He was truly a titan of the business world and someone who played a huge role in shaping British industry,” said Mr. Reynolds.

“My thoughts and prayers are with his friends, family and everyone in the Tata Group,” he said.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 17:22
His dignity and humility made him a universally respected business leader: Apollo Hospitals MD

“Mr. Tata showed the way for enterprises to combine profits with purpose and passion. I admire the way the Tata Group took pride in their people-friendly policies. During our personal meetings, he expressed a deep interest in supporting health research and finding better solutions for cancer. The vision for outstanding Indian healthcare for all was shared by both our enterprises. His dignity and humility made him a universally respected business leader. His presence will be missed, but the lessons from his life’s work will remain”, said Suneeta Reddy, Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals.

October 10, 2024 17:20
CM Eknath Shinde, Piyush Goyal, Devendra Fadnavis, and Amit Shah arrived at the Worli crematorium

October 10, 2024 17:19
Ratan Tata given ceremonial guard of honour at Worli crematorium

Ratan Tata was given a ceremonial guard of honour by the Mumbai Police after his mortal remains were brought to a crematorium in Worli for final rites on Thursday evening.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, his deputy Devendra Fadnavis, Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel and Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal were present at the crematorium in central Mumbai.

“Have joined millions of Indians to grieve the sad demise of Ratan Tata Ji. Also laid a wreath on behalf of PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji,” Mr. Shah said in a post on X.

October 10, 2024 16:16
Final rituals for Ratan Tata begin

Ratan Tata’s mortal remains are being taken from Mumbai’s NCPA to Worli for final rites on Thursday (October 10, 2024).

– PTI

October 10, 2024 15:40

Air India, Air India Express and Vistara are making inflight announcements on Thursday in remembrance of Tata Group patriarch Ratan Tata for whom aviation was especially close to his heart.

Officials on Thursday said the three airlines, part of the Tata Group, will be making announcements in remembrance of Tata in their flights during the day.

The demise of Tata also comes at a time when the conglomerate is in the process of completing the consolidation of its airline business — the integration of Air India Express and AIX Connect was completed on October 1 while the merger of Vistara with Air India is set for November 12.

Air India CEO and MD Campbell Wilson told the staff that Air Indians especially acknowledge and are grateful for Tata’s immense contribution to Indian aviation and to the Tata airlines.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 15:28
Passing away of Ratan Tata end of era: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday condoled the passing away of industry stalwart Ratan Tata as the “end of an era”.

Jaishankar, in a post on X, said Tata was deeply associated with the modernisation of the Indian industry.

“The passing away of Ratan Tata is the end of an era. He was deeply associated with the modernisation of Indian industry. And even more so with its globalisation,” he said.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 15:24
Mr. Tata, global figure of benevolence and vision: CEO of LIC

CEO & MD of LIC of India Siddhartha Mohanty extended condolences to Ratan Tata’s “family, friends and the countless individuals whose lives he touched”. He said, “Shri Ratan N Tata, an icon of Indian Industry and global figure of benevolence and vision, dedicated his life to uphold the Tata legacy, transforming it into a powerhouse of ethical business practices, innovation and philanthropy. His loss leaves a void that can never be filled but his spirit will continue to inspire the world.”

October 10, 2024 15:11
Ambani family pay homage to Ratan Tata

Richest Indian Mukesh Ambani paid his last respects to Ratan Tata at the NCPA on Thursday afternoon, along with his family members.

Accompanied by wife Nita, son Aakash and daughter-in-law Shloka, Ambani came to pay homage where the mortal remains were kept for the public.

The Ambanis paid floral tributes to the mortal remains of Ratan Tata. Later, he was seen having a word with Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal at the National Centre for the Performing Arts.

Mr. Ambani had also visited the Breach Candy Hospital immediately after the death of Ratan Tata late last night.

– PTI

October 10, 2024 15:04
 Tata made people around him feel valued and heard: TCS MD & CEO Krithivasan

“With deep sorrow, we mourn the passing of Mr. Ratan Naval Tata, an extraordinary individual whose life and legacy will always be a guiding light for Tata Consultancy Services. His wisdom, compassion, and commitment to uplifting the lives of millions, made him revered across the world,” Tata Consultancy Services MD & CEO K. Krithivasan said in a statement.

“His remarkable leadership, marked by a unique blend of humility and confidence, guided TCS through transformative global expansions, with a deep sense of service to the communities we operate in and the values we cherish. He had a rare gift for making those around him feel valued and heard, earning the admiration and respect of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His approach to leadership, paired with his genuine care for people, has left an indelible mark on every one of us,” he added.

“All my colleagues at TCS and I will remain forever inspired by him as we carry forward his vision,” Mr. Krithivasan noted.

October 10, 2024 14:59
Tata’s passing marks end of an era: SP Group’s Shapoorji Mistry

“The Mistry family has had a long standing relationship with the Tata Group and with Mr. Ratan Tata,” SP Group chairman Shapoorji Mistry said in a statement, adding “Mr. Tata’s unfortunate passing marks the end of an era. He will always be remembered as a leader who left a lasting mark on the evolution of the Tata Group. We offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones and the whole Tata fraternity. May his soul rest in peace.”

October 10, 2024 14:54
There can be no one like him: Tata Motors Union general secretary

Paying homage to industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, Ajit Paygude, the general secretary of Tata Motors Union said there can be no one like him. Reminiscing about Ratan Tata’s visits to the plant, Mr. Paygude said he respected the workers’ unions and would meet with them every time.

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October 10, 2024 14:42
Amit Shah pays homage to Ratan Tata

October 10, 2024 14:34
His vision, values will continue to guide our path: CEO of Singapore Airlines

On behalf of the Singapore Airlines Board and Management, Singapore CEO Goh Choon Phong expressed their condolences on the passing of Mr. Ratan Tata.

“Mr. Tata was a visionary global business leader, as well as a cherished partner and dear friend. He played a pivotal role in setting up our Vistara joint venture over a decade ago, laying the foundation for a strong and enduring relationship between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines. Vistara quickly established itself as India’s most-loved full-service airline.” he said in a statement.

“I had the privilege of knowing Mr. Tata personally and catching up with him during my many visits to India. His wisdom, integrity, warmth, and compassion left an indelible impression on me and all those who had the honour of meeting him,” he added.

Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines are collaborating on the Vistara and Air India merger, “inspired by Mr. Tata’s legacy and vision”. “His vision and values will no doubt continue to guide our path forward,” he said.

The CEO expressed their thoughts are with the Tata family and the entire Tata Group during this challenging time.

October 10, 2024 14:22
CII President Sanjiv Puri mourns on Ratan Tata’s demise

The president of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Sanjiv Puri said, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Ratan Tata, a legend in Indian industry. His unwavering pursuit of excellence, a profound commitment to social responsibility, and a pioneering spirit that revolutionized the Indian corporate landscape elevated Indian industry to the global stage. I personally learnt a lot from him. His humility, integrity and compassionate values will be a beacon for future generations. He stood as a tall mentor and guide for all of us in Indian industry and inspired us to reach for the best. His invaluable legacy will inspire us for all times to come. My deepest condolences to his loved ones and the members of the Tata family.”

October 10, 2024 14:17
Read how Ratan Tata bailed out Ford by buying Jaguar-Land Rover

The story of two iconic brands Jaguar and Land Rover entering the Tata stable began with an insult Ratan Tata couldn’t bear.

Back in 1998, the legendary industrialist launched his dream project, Tata Indica — India’s first hatchback with a diesel engine. But sales initially were slow and Tata Motors decided to sell off its fledgling car business within a year of its debut.

During the meeting at the Tata headquarters, the American company evinced interest in buying out the business. To take the deal forward, Ratan Tata and his team flew to Detroit to meet Bill Ford, then the chairman of Ford. The meeting lasted about three hours but did not go well.