Ratan Tata was a renowned Indian industrialist and philanthropist, best known for his leadership of the Tata Group, one of India's largest and oldest conglomerates. Born on December 28, 1937, in Bombay (now Mumbai), he is the great-grandson of Jamsetji Tata, the founder of the Tata Group.
Ratan Tata joined the Tata Group in 1962, working in various companies within the conglomerate before becoming its chairman in 1991. Under his leadership, the Tata Group expanded significantly, acquiring international brands like Tetley Tea, Jaguar Land Rover, and Corus Steel. His strategic vision transformed the company into a global powerhouse while maintaining its reputation for ethical business practices.
Tata was known for his humanitarian work. He played a key role in establishing Tata Trusts, which focus on health, education, and rural development in India. He has received numerous honors, including the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award.
He died on October 9, 2024.
N Chandrasekaran has announced he will step down as chairman of Tata Sons when his tenure ends in February 2027, prompting the Tata Trust to initiate a selection process for his successor.
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On this special report, Sakshi Batra anchors the Business Today market closing show, highlighting significant shifts in India's quick commerce and export sectors. The program leads with the news that Blinkit has removed its '10-minute delivery' promise following intervention by the Labour Ministry regarding the safety of gig workers. Sakshi Batra notes, 'Blinkit has now removed the 10-minute delivery claim from all its branded platforms in a huge relief for gig workers.' The report also covers the Indian stock market's decline after the Commerce Ministry denied reports of immediate trade talks with the US. Furthermore, the show explores the impact of geopolitical unrest in Iran on Basmati rice prices, which have fallen by ₹5-7 per kilogram. Industry experts, including Avinash Gorakshakar and Dev Garg, provide analysis on the gig economy, export-oriented sectors, and the potential induction of Neville Tata into the Sir Ratan Tata Trusts board. The segment concludes with a review of Q3 earnings from IT giants HCL Tech and TCS.
This special report focuses on the major boardroom battle at Tata Trusts, leading to the ousting of Ratan Tata's close confidant, Mehli Mistry, and a landmark aviation deal signed by Hindustan Aeronautics. An expert on the show, assessing the rift's impact on the conglomerate, stated, 'life before Ratan Tata and life after Ratan Tata will be very different.' The programme also delves into Hindustan Aeronautics' new Memorandum of Understanding with Russia's United Aircraft Corp to manufacture SJ-100 passenger jets in India, a significant development for the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. Other major stories covered include the longest-ever trading halt at India's largest commodity exchange, MCX, and OpenAI's move to offer free access to ChatGPT Go in India to expand its user base.
This special report focuses on the major boardroom battle at Tata Trusts, leading to the ousting of Ratan Tata's close confidant, Mehli Mistry, and a landmark aviation deal signed by Hindustan Aeronautics. An expert on the show, assessing the rift's impact on the conglomerate, stated, 'life before Ratan Tata and life after Ratan Tata will be very different.' The programme also delves into Hindustan Aeronautics' new Memorandum of Understanding with Russia's United Aircraft Corp to manufacture SJ-100 passenger jets in India, a significant development for the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative. Other major stories covered include the longest-ever trading halt at India's largest commodity exchange, MCX, and OpenAI's move to offer free access to ChatGPT Go in India to expand its user base.
This special report examines a major feud inside Tata Trusts, involving Chairman Noel Tata and four opposing trustees, including Mehli Mistry, over the governance of Tata Sons. The bulletin states, 'What started as a disagreement over the reappointment of a board member has now turned into a governance tussle.' This internal power struggle was sparked by a new rule affecting the tenure of nominee directors over 75, specifically impacting long-standing member Vijay Singh. The conflict is complicated by Mehli Mistry's links to the Shapoorji Pallonji group, echoing the historic 2016 ouster of Cyrus Mistry. With pleas for government intervention, the stability of India's largest conglomerate, which holds a 66% stake in Tata Sons, hangs in the balance, threatening its diverse interests from tech to automobiles.
On this episode of SoSouth, the focus is on the Vice President contest, with NDA's CP Radhakrishnan and India bloc's Justice Sudarshan Reddy filing nominations. Reddy frames the election as an ideological battle, stating, "Shri Radhakrishnan belongs to RSS... I am a liberal constitutional democrat." The programme also reports on AIADMK's Edapadi K. Palaniswami threatening an ambulance driver for entering his campaign trail in Anekad. In other news, Kerala is set to become India's first fully digitally literate state. In Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub to build Amaravati into the 'quantum valley of India'. In Tamil Nadu, actor Vijay’s TVK party is holding a massive conference in Madurai, though the event is marked by the death of a fan who was electrocuted while setting up hoardings.
This is the heartwarming story of Ratan Tata’s deep bond with his pet dog, Goa, whom he adopted during a trip to Goa. Watch the video and know more.
Noel Tata has been appointed as the new Chairman of Tata Trusts, effective October 11, following the death of his half-brother Ratan Tata on October 9 at the age of 86.
As the man who led the Tata Group from 1991 to 2012, Ratan Tata's legacy is not just one of towering business achievements but one deeply rooted in the ethos of putting "India and Indians first."
With the passing of 86-year-old Ratan Tata, the top post of Chairman at Tata Trusts, which holds a 66% stake in Tata Sons, is now vacant. So, who will take over the $165-billion Tata Group?
In a glowing tribute to Ratan Tata, celebrated novelist Shobhaa De describes him as the epitome of the 'spirit of Mumbai' in its most inclusive, cosmopolitan and compassionate form.
In this special show, watch as Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy, Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Founder and Chairman of Hiranandani Group, Gurcharan Das, Author, Former CEO, Procter & Gamble India, and others remember the life and legacy of Ratan Tata, the iconic industrialist and philanthropist, who was creamed with full state honours today in Mumbai.
Ratan Tata, the 86-year-old visionary and industrialist, has left the nation mourning his loss. Maharashtra accorded him with a state funeral.
Ratan Tata, India's most respected industrialist, has always kept his personal life private. However, in rare interviews, he has revealed details about his significant relationships, including his deep connection with an American woman while working in Los Angeles.
As the nation bids farewell to legendary industrialist Ratan Tata, watch as India Inc.'s who's who and top political leaders remember the life and times of the towering icon of industry who died on Wednesday night in Mumbai.
Ratan Tata, a towering icon of industry and philanthropy who died on Wednesday, leaves behind a significant legacy and an empty chair.
As we bid farewell to Ratan Tata, we look back at his words of wisdom on loneliness, perseverance, and triumph.
