Ratan Tata Last Rites Highlights: Mortal Remains Of Ratan Tata Consigned To Flames

Ratan Tata Death Live Updates: The Maharashtra government has announced that the Ratan Tata would be accorded a funeral with full state honours in the evening.

New Delhi: Ratan Tata, the esteemed chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, breathed his last on Wednesday at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital. Tata was admitted in the hospital on Monday for certain age-related health issues.

The body of the industrial legend was kept for people to pay their last respects at the NCPA Lawns at Nariman Point, before taking it for a state funeral in Worli. The Maharashtra government had announced that the late industrialist would be accorded a funeral with full state honours in the evening.

Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde confirmed that Tata will be given state funeral.

"The precious gem of the country is lost. Ratanji Tata was a unique and ideal amalgamation of ethics and entrepreneurship. Ratanji Tata was a living legend who successfully took over the reins of the Tata Group, which has a tradition of excellence and integrity of nearly 150 years. The decision making ability and mental strength that he displayed from time to time, took the Tata Group to different industrial heights. I pay my heartfelt tribute to him. Ratanji Tata was the pride of India, he will always remain a role model for the coming generation of entrepreneurs," the Maharashtra CM wrote on X.

The state has also declared a day-long official mourning in memory of the business titan.

Here are the highlights As The Country bade Farewell To Ratan Tata.

10 October 2024

19:00 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Ratan Tata's Final Ceremonies Performed as per Parsi Traditions, Says Priest

The last rites of Ratan Tata were conducted in accordance with Parsi customs, a priest present at the crematorium confirmed. He added that following the cremation, additional rituals will continue for three days at the late industrialist's residence in Colaba, South Mumbai.

18:23 IST

LIVE UPDATES Ratan Tata Funeral: 21-Gun Salute Before Cremation

In a poignant tribute, a police guard paid homage to veteran industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata with a 21-gun salute just minutes before his cremation. The final rites are being held with full state honors at the Worli crematorium in Mumbai, honoring a legacy that has left an indelible mark on India.

18:05 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Final Farewell with State Honour

The last rites of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata are being conducted with state honor at the Worli crematorium in Mumbai. Family, friends, and dignitaries gather to pay their final respects to a remarkable leader whose impact on Indian industry and society will be remembered for generations.

17:58 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Ratan Tata's dog 'Goa' pays tribute to the veteran industrialist

In a touching moment at the NCPA lawns in Mumbai, Ratan Tata's beloved dog 'Goa' honored the memory of the late industrialist. The loyal companion stood solemnly, reflecting the deep bond shared between them, as friends, family, and admirers gathered to pay their respects to Ratan Tata's remarkable life and legacy.

17:07 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: ‘Country will always miss him,’ says Priyanka Gandhi on Ratan Tata’s passing

Reflecting on the immense contribution of Ratan Tata, Priyanka Gandhi paid her tribute, stating, "Shri Ratan Tata Ji gave new heights to the Indian industry with his tireless hard work and progressive approach. The unprecedented example set by Shri Ratan Tata Ji 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 Shri Ratan Tata Ji," Priyanka Gandhi expressed on Social Media X.

16:30 IST

Farewell Ratan Tata LIVE UPDATES: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Arrives for Final Farewell

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has arrived at the Worli Crematorium to pay his last respects to veteran industrialist Ratan Tata.

16:26 IST

Ratan Tata Death, Last Rites Live: Final Rites for Ratan Tata Commence

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

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16:20 IST

Farewell Ratan Tata LIVE UPDATES: Raj Thackeray Pays Tribute To Ratan Tata At NCPA Lawns, Mumbai

MNS president Raj Thackeray honored the late industrialist Ratan Tata at NCPA Lawns in Mumbai. Reflecting on Tata's character, he stated, “Another aspect of Ratan Tata that is very heartwarming and that resonates with me is his love for dogs. Stray dogs are looked after and welcomed in all his premises, be it the Taj Mahal hotel or his office headquarters. His love for dogs transcends his persona to a level beyond words. Ratan Tata was to be felicitated at Buckingham Palace for his unmatched philanthropy. However, at the very last moment, his pet dog took ill. He immediately called Prince Charles and conveyed his regrets as he couldn’t leave his ailing dog alone. This highlights what a remarkable human being he was.”

16:00 IST

Ratan Tata Funeral Live: Final Journey To Start Shortly, Full State Honours To Be Given

At the crematorium, the mortal remains, draped in the national flag, will be given a police gun salute and then will be consigned to the flames, his family has said.

15:26 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Top Actors Mourn Tata's Death

Top film personalities including Actor Amitabh Bachchan, Rajnikanth condole the demise of Ratan Tata

15:14 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: ‘He was really a remarkable person,’ says EAM S Jaishankar on Ratan Tata’s demise

Reflecting on the passing of Ratan Tata, External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar shared, "I first met him when I was a kind of middle level in the government. 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... He was really a remarkable person. I think if you look at the outpouring today of feeling, of affection, of respect, I can't remember anybody, in the world of industry, who's evoked this kind of emotion among people across a very wide cross section. I mean, it is truly seen as a national loss. He was a man ahead of his time. He took the Tata group abroad in a way...."

14:39 IST

LIVE UPDATES Ratan Tata Funeral: Amit Shah Pays Final Tributes to Ratan Tata in Mumbai

Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid his last respects to Ratan Tata during the funeral held in Mumbai. As a prominent figure in India's corporate world, Tata's passing has left a significant void, and Shah’s presence at the ceremony underscores the impact of Tata’s contributions to the nation.

14:11 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Posts Tribute

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat expressed his sorrow at the passing of Ratan Tata, posting, "End of an era! Deeply saddened to know that Shri Ratan Tata ji is no more with us. A visionary businessman and philanthropist who left an indelible mark on India's corporate landscape, his legacy of ethics, empathy & compassion will forever inspire. My heartfelt condolences to the entire Tata group family and all those whose lives he touched with his generosity and kindness. Om Shanti."

12:11 IST

Shiv Sena Bats For Bharat Ratna For Ratan Tata

Shiv Sena’s social media chief in Maharashtra, Rahul Kanal has urged Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to propose the name of Tata Sons’ Emeritus Chairman Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata for the Bharat Ratna Award, the highest civilian honour bestowed by the Indian government 

11:28 IST

LIVE UPDATES Ratan Tata Funeral: RSS mourns death of Ratan Tata

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned industrialist Ratan Tata, describing his death as a great loss to the nation.  In a statement, RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat and Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale paid tributes, calling Tata "a priceless gem" and praising his invaluable contributions to India's progress.

11:09 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Maha Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis Says Nobody Can Fill Tata's Place

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said no one can fill the place of Ratan Tata. "Shri Ratan Tata ji lived for the country and society more than himself. I pay my heartfelt tribute to him," he said.

11:04 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Maha Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Pays Tribute

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said, "Deeply saddened by the news of the passing away of legendary industrialist and philanthropist Shri Ratan Tata. Apart from his invaluable contribution as an industrialist, he leaves behind a legacy of benevolence and compassion, underlined by his immense love for his country. My prayers are with his dear ones and millions of fans and well wishers in this hour of grief."

10:58 IST

Farewell Ratan Tata LIVE UPDATES: Sharad Pawar Pays Tribute

Former Union Minister and NC(SP) President Sharad Pawar has paid his tribute to Ratan Tata. He said, " Industrialist Ratan Tata, chairman of the Tata Group, who has raised the profile of the country through his glorious achievements around the world, bid farewell to the world. Ratan Tata's nature of always giving a helping hand to overcome every natural or human crisis befalling the country will always be remembered. Heartfelt tribute to Ratan Tata, a personality who paved the way for his success through social consciousness."

10:57 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Maha Guv Express Grief Over Tata's Demise

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan expresses deep grief over the demise of Ratan Tata, calls him one of the brightest jewels of the global Tata empire founded by the late Jamshedji Tata 150 years ago. 

10:33 IST

LIVE UPDATES Ratan Tata Funeral: HM Amit Shah To Attend Funeral 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend Ratan Tata's funeral on behalf of the Government of India

09:34 IST

Ratan Tata Funeral LIVE UPDATES: Last Rites Around 4pm

Ratan Tata's body would embark on the final journey from Nariman Point to the Worli Crematorium prayer hall for the last rites At around 4 pm

09:17 IST

Ratan Tata Last Rites Live: Police Gun Salute For Tata

At the crematorium, the mortal remains, draped in the national flag, will be given a police gun salute and then will be consigned to the flames

08:48 IST

Ratan Tata Death, Last Rites Live: Mortal Remains To Be Kept At NCPA Lawns

Ratan Tata's mortal remains will be taken to the NCPA Lawns at around 10:30 a.m. to enable people to pay their last respect and homage to the departed soul.

08:47 IST

Ratan Tata Funeral Live Updates: Tricolor At Half Mast To Honor Ratan Tata

The Tricolor would be flown at half-mast at all government buildings in Ratan Tata's honour, and there will be no official entertainment programmes for the day, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said