Dr. Sharda Sinha (1 October 1952 – 5 November 2024) was an Indian folk and classical singer Hailing from Bihar, she predominantly sang in Maithili and Bhojpuri language and is called Bihar Kokila, the cuckoo of Bihar.Sinha has sung many folk songs including (Vivah Geet, Chhath Geet and Solah Songs – (Solah Shringar’ means 16 Bridal Adornments that encompasses sixteen steps that women follow for her beautification from head to toe at the time of wedding. This ritual has a very sentimental value for an Indian bride-to-be, as the sixteen adornments rituals are actually what helps her transcend into the beautiful bliss of being married in India.)). Dr. Sinha has received numerous awards for her work, including the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, recognizing her influence in Indian folk music (on the evening of Republic Day in 2018). Her songs are commonly played during festivals like Chhath Puja and weddings, making her a cultural icon in North India. Sharda Sinha expired at 9.20 pm on 5th November 2024 due to refractory shock as a result of Septicemia, an AIIMS official said. The singer, who had been battling multiple myeloma since 2017, lost her husband a few months ago. She is survived by a son and a daughter. Timetribute pays a humble tribute to Dr. Sharda Sinha. May her soul rest in peace. India has lost another nightingale, but her songs will continue to teach us and future generations the dance of devotion and love.
Ratan Naval Tata (Ratan Tata) is one of India’s most respected industrialists and philanthropists. He is the former chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group, one of India’s largest and oldest conglomerates, with interests in industries ranging from steel and automobiles to IT services and consumer goods. Life Journey: December 28, 1937, in Mumbai, India and passed away at the age of 86 in a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday, October 09, 2024. Tata was admitted in critical condition and was under intensive care since 7 October 2024. On the night of 9 October 2024, he died at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, at the age of 86. A day of mourning was announced by the Government of Maharashtra following the death of great legend. Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Cornell University (1962). • Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School (1975). Major Contributions: • Global Expansion: Ratan Tata is credited with expanding the Tata Group’s global presence, making key acquisitions that elevated Tata Motors, Tata Steel, and other companies to global recognition. • Innovation: He was instrumental in the development of the Tata Nano, the world’s cheapest car, designed to provide affordable transportation to millions in India. • Philanthropy: Tata is deeply committed to social causes, focusing on healthcare, education, and rural development through Tata Trusts, which he continues to actively support post-retirement. Awards & Recognition: • Padma Bhushan (2000) • Padma Vibhushan, two of India’s highest civilian honours. (President Pratibha Patil presenting the Padma Vibhushan to Ratan Tata, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, in 2008) Personal Traits: Known for his humility, ethical business practices, and visionary leadership, Ratan Tata has been an inspirational figure in Indian and global business circles. He is also recognized for his love of cars and dogs. Ratan Tata is one of the best quotes “Slow success builds character, fast success builds ego.” Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.com) Remembered Him (RIP).
Munawwar Rana is a renowned Indian Urdu poet, known for his deeply emotional and socially relevant poetry. He was born on November 26, 1952, in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh, India. Rana’s poetry often reflects on themes such as love, longing, social issues, and the human condition. He is celebrated for his use of language that strikes a chord with the common people, and his works are cherished for their emotional depth and resonance. Rana has authored several collections of poetry, including “Shayad” and “Ravi Paar”. His poetry has been widely appreciated not only in India but also among Urdu poetry enthusiasts around the world. Rana’s recitations of his poetry have garnered immense popularity, and he is often invited to various literary events and mushairas (poetry symposiums) both in India and abroad. Beyond his literary contributions, Munawwar Rana is also known for his outspokenness on social and political issues. He has been vocal about issues concerning communal harmony, religious tolerance, and social justice. Overall, Munawwar Rana is recognized as one of the prominent contemporary Urdu poets whose works continue to inspire and resonate with audiences across various demographics. Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.Com) Remembered Him (RIP).
Pankaj Udhas is a renowned Indian ghazal singer and musician. He was born on May 17, 1951, in Jetpur, Gujarat, India. Udhas gained widespread fame and popularity for his soulful renditions of ghazals, a form of Urdu poetry set to music. His velvet voice and emotive delivery have earned him a significant following not only in India but also among ghazal lovers worldwide. Udhas has released numerous albums over the years, many of which have become classics in the genre. Some of his most popular songs include “Chitthi Aayi Hai,” “Aap Jinke Kareeb Hote Hain,” and “Na Kajre Ki Dhar.” In addition to his musical career, Pankaj Udhas has also been involved in philanthropic activities and has received several awards for his contributions to music and society. He continues to perform concerts and release new music, maintaining his status as one of the most beloved ghazal singers of India. Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.Com) Remembered Him (RIP).
Kader Khan: (22 October 1937 – 31 December 2018) Kader Khan Was An Indian-Canadian Film Actor, Screenwriter, Comedian, And Director. As An Actor, He Appeared In Over 300 Films After His Debut Film In The 1973 Film Daag, Starring Rajesh Khanna, In Which He Acted As A Prosecuting Attorney. He Was Also A Prolific Screenwriter For Bollywood Films In The Period 1970s To 1999 And Wrote Dialogues For 200 Films. Khan Had Been Suffering From Supranuclear Palsy, A Degenerative Disease. Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.Com) Remembered Him (RIP).
Rahat Indori (Born 1 January 1950) Is An Indian Bollywood Lyricist And Urdu Language Poet. He Is Also A Former Professor Of Urdu Language And A Painter. Indori Has Performed In Mushaira And Kavi Sammelan From Last 40 – 45 Years. He Has Traveled Widely Internationally To Recite Poetry. A Poem Named Bulati Hai Magar Jaane Ka Nahi Got Viral In TikTok And Started Trending In Facebook, Twitter And Instagram During 2020 Valentines Week. People Started Using This Phrase As A Meme. Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.Com) Remembered Him (RIP).
Sridevi: (13th August 1963 To 24th February 2018) Was An Indian Actress And Producer, Who Worked In Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada And Telugu Films. Regarded As The ” FIRST FEMALE SUPERSTAR” Of Indian Cinema. She Was The Recipient Of Various Awards Including National Film Awards, The Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Awards And Three Filmfare Awards. Times Tribute (www.Timestribute.Com) Remembered Her. (RIP).
Surekha Sikri Was an Indian Theatre, Film and Television Actress. A Veteran Of Hindi Theatre, She Made Her Debut In The 1977 Political Drama Film Kissa Kursi Ka. Veteran Actress Surekha Sikri Died At The Age Of 76 After Suffering A Cardiac Arrest. The Actress Had Been Unwell For Several Months And Had Suffered A Brain Stroke In 2020. Surekha Had Won The National Film Award For Best Supporting Actress Thrice, For Her Roles In Tamas (1988), Mammo (1995), And Badhaai Ho (2018). She Also Gained Prominence For Her Performance In The Primetime Soap Opera Balika Vadhu And Much Earlier Had Played A Pivotal Role In The Coming-Of-Age Television Series Just Mohabbat. Times Tribute (Https://localhost/psingh/timestribute) Remembered Him (RIP).
Irrfan Khan, Also Known Simply As Irrfan, Was An Indian Actor Who Worked In Hindi Cinema As Well As British And American Films. Cited In The Media As One Of The Finest Actors In Indian Cinema, Khan’s Career Spanned Over 30 Years And Earned Him Numerous Accolades, Including A National Film Award, An Asian Film Award, And Six Filmfare Awards. In 2011, He Was Awarded The Padma Shri, India’s Fourth Highest Civilian Honour. In 2021, He Was Posthumously Awarded The Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. Khan Made His Film Debut With A Small Role In Salaam Bombay (1988), Which Was Followed By Years Of Struggle. He Died At The Age Of 53 On 29 April 2020 Due To A Colon Infection. Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.Com) Remembered Him (RIP).
Lata Mangeshkar Born As Hema Mangeshkar; 28 September 1929 Indore, Indore State, Madhya Pradesh, India Was An Indian Playback Singer And Occasional Music Composer. She Is Widely Considered As One Of The Greatest And Most Influential Singers In India. Her Contribution To Indian Music Industry In A Career Spanning Seven Decades Gained Her Honorific Titles Such As The Nightingale Of India, Voice Of The Millennium And Queen Of Melody She Recorded Songs In Over Thirty-Six Indian Languages And A Few Foreign Languages. She Was Awarded The Bharat Ratna, India’s Highest Civilian Honour And Is Only The Second Female Singer, After M. S. Subbulakshmi, To Receive This Honour. On 8 January 2022, Lata Mangeshkar Tested Positive For COVID-19 With Mild Symptoms And Was Admitted To Breach Candy Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit In Mumbai. She Remained In The ICU With Signs Of “Marginal Improvement” In Her Health. The Doctors Treating Her Had Taken Her Off The Ventilator On 28 January After Her Health “Improved Marginally. She Died On 6 February 2022 At 8:12 A.M., Aged 92, From Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndromes After Undergoing 28 Days Of Constant Treatment For Pneumonia And COVID-19. Times Tribute (Http://Timestribute.Com) Remembered Him (RIP).
