Obituaries

News and Trends

India Loses 2 Tycoons This Diwali- PRS Oberoi and Kedarnath Aggarwal

PRS Oberoi, Chairman Emeritus of Oberoi Hotels Private Limited, the major shareholder of EIH Limited, has been credited with putting the group on a global map. While Kedarnath Aggarwal, along with his brother, came to Delhi to expand their family business, finally earning the title "Bikanervala"

Science & Technology

ChatRIP? AI Is Now Writing People's Obituaries. 'Helps Make the Process Less Stressful.'

A new AI-powered obit writer named 'Grace' writes 'heartfelt' remembrances so you don't have to.

News and Trends

British Fashion Designer Dame Vivienne Westwood Passes Away at 81

Dame Vivienne Westwood, the British fashion designer who introduced punk and politics to the world of high fashion, passed away at age 81 on December 29.

Business News

Emmy-Winning Actress Kirstie Alley Dies at 71

In a statement published on Alley's social media, her children said the "Cheers" star succumbed to a battle with cancer.

Business News

Coolio Dies at 59. Here Are Some of His Memorable Quotes.

The rapper, best known for the hit single 'Gangsta's Paradise,' died in LA on Wednesday.

Living

10 Inspirational Robin Williams Quotes

In honor of the comedic genius and award-winning actor's birthday, we look back at 10 of his most poignant statements in life and film.

News and Trends

Author And Entrepreneur Joe Sugarman, Known For Founding BluBlocker Sunglasses, Passes Away at 83

Joe Sugarman, the entrepreneur known for his company BluBlocker Sunglasses, has died aged 83. Sugarman's story is considered as an inspiration for budding entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneur Jamal Edwards, who helped launch Ed Sheeran, dies at 31

Edwards had helped launch the careers of various artists such as Dave, Jessie J and Skepta. The death of the SBTV founder was announced by YouTube on Twitter

News and Trends

Industrialist Rahul Bajaj Dies At 83

During his leadership, he took Bajaj Auto to new heights. With the successful 'Hamara Bajaj' campaign, the company reached the hearts of millions in the country

Business News

Adobe Co-Founder Charles Geschke Dies at 81

He played a major role in developing PDFs and desktop publishing.

Business News

Bernie Madoff, Wall Street Financier and Ponzi Scheme Organizer, Has Died at Age 82

Madoff carried out the biggest pyramid scheme in US history before going to prison in 2009.

News and Trends

Why India should start using online Tribute services

By collating messages, videos, and pictures of and for the deceased, online tribute services are ensuring the bereaved family, and friends and relatives of the deceased get their closure and solace, from any corner of the world, even if they have not been able to attend the funeral

News and Trends

[#BlackMamba] Kobe Bryant: The Legend Will Live On

Former NBA superstar Kobe Bryant, 41, and daughter Gianna, 13, lost their lives in a helicopter crash on January 26 in Los Angeles

Leadership

6 Quotes on Business and Life From Billionaire and 2-Time Presidential Candidate Ross Perot

The philanthropist died on Tuesday at the age of 89.

Business News

Auto Industry Leader Lee Iacocca, Credited With Saving Chrysler, Has Died at Age 94

He is best known for helping launch the Ford Mustang in the 1960s and for reviving Chrysler under his leadership and saving it from bankruptcy in the 1980s.