Sharath Jois, the celebrated Ashtanga yoga maestro and grandson of Krishna Pattabhi Jois, tragically passed away at the age of 53 after suffering a heart attack during a hike in Virginia. The renowned teacher, who was carrying on the legacy of his grandfather, was with a group of students at the time of the incident, which occurred near the University of Virginia's campus in Charlottesville. Despite efforts to revive him, Jois was declared dead after emergency responders arrived.
A 32-year-old worker lost his life in a fire at the Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) refinery in Vadodara, Gujarat on Monday. The fire was caused by a blast in a benzene storage tank and firefighting operations are currently ongoing. The cause of the fire is still unknown, but the refinery's operations remain unaffected. The police have identified the deceased as contractual worker Dhimant Makwana.
The film industry mourns the loss of renowned Kannada filmmaker Guruprasad as he was found dead in his apartment in Bengaluru in a suspected case of suicide. The director had reportedly been struggling with financial issues, compounded by the failure of his recent film. He leaves behind his wife and two daughters. With a stellar filmography and an upcoming project in the works, Guruprasad's untimely demise has left a void in the world of Kannada cinema.
The sudden death of former One Direction member Liam Payne, 31, has left fans worldwide in shock and mourning. According to a statement by the Buenos Aires Security Ministry, Payne 'had jumped from the balcony of his room' in Argentina, where he was staying. Local media have reported that police were called to the hotel after receiving reports of 'an aggressive man under the influence of drugs and alcohol.' Fans have taken to social media to reminisce and pay tribute to Payne's life and career, sharing old videos of his journey in music, particularly from his time on X Factor which launched his career alongside One Direction. His death marks the loss of a talented musician and beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Murasoli Selvam, the brother-in-law of Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and former editor of the DMK mouthpiece 'Murasoli', passed away at the age of 84 in Bengaluru. He was the nephew of the late DMK patriarch M. Karunanidhi and the younger brother of former Union Minister Murasoli Maran. Selvam's sharp writings under the pseudonym Silandhi in Murasoli were instrumental in clarifying ideological issues for the DMK, including during the party's alliance with the BJP. He was also a film producer and had been living in Bengaluru before his passing.
Ratan Tata, one of India's most influential business leaders, passed away at the age of 86 at a hospital in Mumbai. Tata was the former chairman of Tata Sons, one of India's largest conglomerates. His passing was confirmed by Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran, who described Tata as a friend, mentor, and guide. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to Tata, praising him for his leadership and philanthropic contributions beyond the boardroom.
The business world mourns the loss of Ratan Tata, the chairman emeritus of one of India's largest conglomerates, Tata Sons, who passed away at the age of 86. Throughout his tenure at Tata, Tata expanded the company's global presence and acquired major brands such as Tetley, Jaguar Land Rover, and Corus. Beyond his business acumen, Tata was also known for his philanthropy and dedication to social development, leaving behind a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.
On Friday evening, rapper and hype man Fatman Scoop collapsed onstage at a concert in Hamden, Connecticut and later passed away at the age of 56. The news was confirmed by his publicist and also announced by the mayor of Hamden, who offered condolences and grief counseling for those affected by the tragedy. Fatman Scoop rose to fame in 1999 with his hit single "Be Faithful" and was known for his infectious energy and positive outlook on life. His cause of death is currently unknown.
Turkish football club Adanaspor announced the tragic death of their technical director, Souleymane Bamba - better known as Sol Bamba - at the age of 39. Bamba had been battling Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, since 2021 but was declared cancer-free earlier this year. His wife Chloe Bamba paid tribute to his strength and courage while battling the disease. Bamba's career spanned across top English and Scottish clubs, as well as representing the Ivory Coast on 46 occasions.
The death of renowned biomedical researcher Leonard Hayflick sparks conversations about his game-changing discovery that cells have an inbuilt clock and are capable of dividing only a certain number of times, thus determining the maximum lifespan of humans and other organisms. This discovery revolutionized the understanding of aging, challenging the previous belief that it is merely a result of external factors. While some scientists argue that this limit is a cause of aging, others see it as a symptom, with the possibility of extending human lifespan through the manipulation of telomeres. However, practical applications of this discovery are still distant.