Highlights: Ace investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala cremated at Mumbai's Banganga crematorium
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala death updates: Billionaire investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala – also known as Big Bull – passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 62 in Mumbai. The demise of Jhunjhunwala, who was one of the co-founders of the newly-launched Akasa Air, was mourned across the country, with politicians – cutting across party lines – and industry bigwigs paying rich tributes to the late investor.
Investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala cremated at Mumbai's Banganga crematorium
The last rites of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, the ace stock market investor and a promoter of the recently-launched Akasa Air, were performed at the Banganga Crematorium in Mumbai Sunday night, reported news agency PTI.
Mortal remains of Jhunjhunwala taken to Banganga crematorium in Mumbai
The mortal remains of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala were taken to the Banganga crematorium in Mumbai.
‘My strongest memory will always be his unshakeable patriotism’: Anand Mahindra on Jhunjhunwala
“Yes he was an ace investor; yes he made millions; yes he was always optimistic. But my strongest memory will always be his unshakeable patriotism, his unwavering belief in India. I wish he had made it to the 75th anniversary of our Independence. Om Shanti” Mahindra Group Anand Mahindra tweeted on Sunday.
‘An unabashed capitalist & always positive on the India Story’: Cong's Abhishek Manu Singhvi pays tribute to Jhunjhunwala
Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi on Sunday paid tributes to Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, saying he was an unabashed capitalist and always positive on the India Story.
“May he travel well. Om shanti!” Singhvi tweeted.
Mumbai: Banners dedicated to Jhunjhunwala installed on roads of Malbar Hill
Banners dedicated to Jhunjhunwala were installed on the roads of Malbar Hill, Mumbai.
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala to be cremated at 10.30pm
Billionaire investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala will be cremated at 10.30pm.
Ratan Tata pays tribute
He will always be remembered for his acute understanding of the stock exchanges of India: Ratan Tata
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala had a sudden cardiac arrest, says hospital
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala had a sudden cardiac arrest which was the cause of his death. He was also suffering from chronic kidney disease, was on chronic dialysis and was responding well. He was diabetic and had recently undergone an angioplasty: Dr Pratit Samdani, Breach Candy Hospital
‘An eternally bullish man on India’: SpiceJet
The man who was eternally bullish on India, the ace investor who inspired millions - Mr Rakesh Jhunjhunwala will remain a legend forever. Sincere condolences to his family and friends: SpiceJet
Vistara pays tribute to Jhunjhunwala
Vistara family extends its deepest condolences on the untimely demise of Mr Rakesh Jhunjhunwala. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr Jhunjhunwala's family, friends, and admirers. May his soul rest in peace: Statement
‘A towering figure’, says IndiGo
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Rakesh Jhujhunwala at the time of their tragic loss. Mr Jhunjhunwala was a towering figure in India's financial world, and we also commend his recent contribution to Indian aviation with the launch of Akasa Air. He was an inspiring personality, and will be deeply missed: IndiGo spokesperson
Businessman Suhel Seth remembers his friend
Businessman Suhel Seth, a friend of the Akasa Air co-founder, remembers the late billionaire.
Smriti Irani pays tribute to 'my brother’
Union minister Smriti Irani, in her tribute to Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, says she has lost ‘my brother’. Read more
‘India has lost a gem’: Maharashtra CM
India has lost a gem, who made a mark not just on the stock market but on the minds of almost every investor in India: Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra CM
Last rites at 5:30pm
Funeral of the ‘Big Bull’ to take place at 5:30pm at Mumbai's Banganga crematorium.
Akasa Air co-founder's body brought home
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's body brought to his residence in Mumbai.
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‘He was deeply passionate about everything Indian’: Akasa Air
We are deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Mr. Rakesh Jhunjhunwala this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Jhunjhunwala’s family and friends. May his soul rest in peace.
We at Akasa cannot thank Mr. Jhunjhunwala enough for being an early believer in us and putting his trust and faith in us to build a world-class airline. Mr. Jhunjhunwala had an invincible spirit, was deeply passionate about everything Indian and cared greatly for the well-being of our employees and customers. Akasa Air will honour Mr. Jhunjhunwala’s legacy, values and belief in us by striving to run a great airline: Vinay Dube, CEO, Akasa Air
Who was Rakesh Jhunjhunwala?
Here's a brief profile of the Hyderabad-born investor, who passed away nearly a month after celebrating his 62nd birthday. Read more
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala passes away, tributes pour in
Tributes are pouring in for Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, who passed away at the age of 62 in Mumbai on Sunday morning. Read more