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Great loss to industry: Chidambaram 'shocked' over Vikram Kirloskar's death

Rajya Sabha MP and former Union Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Wednesday expressed shock over the demise of Toyota Kirloskar Vice Chairman, Vikram S Kirloskar and said his contribution to the automobile sector would be remembered forever. Kirloskar died due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Bengaluru on November 29, the automaker said. "Vikram Kirloskar's sudden passing away is a shock and a great loss to industry in India. Few business persons possessed his qualities of leadership, compassion and genuine friendship," Chidambaram said in a tweet. "His contribution to the automobile industry will be remembered forever. I offer my sincere and heartfelt condolences to his wife, daughter and the other members of his family." Toyota Kirloskar Motor is a joint venture between the Japanese auto maker Toyota Motor Company and the 130-year-old diversified conglomerate Kirloskar Group. The company, which sells a range of vehicles, unveiled a new variant of its highly popular sports ...

Rasna founder Areez Khambatta passes away at 85 due to cardiac arrest

He created affordable soft drink packs of Rasna in the 1970s as an alternative to soft drink products sold at high costs

Rasna founder Areez Khambatta suffers cardiac arrest, dies in Ahmedabad

Areez Pirojshaw Khambatta, the founding chairman of the popular drink Rasna, passed away in Ahmedabad due to a cardiac arrest, the company said on Monday. The 85-year-old industrialist, who was suffering from a prolonged illness, passed away on November 19. He is survived by his wife Persis, and children Piruz, Delna, and Ruzan, his daughter-in-law Binaisha, and grandkids Arzeen, Arzad, Avan, Areez, Firoza and Arnavaz. Decades back, his father Phiroja Khambatta started a modest business which Areez took to being the largest concentrate manufacturer in the world, with a presence in over 60 countries. He created affordable soft drink packs of Rasna in the 1970s as an alternative to soft drink products sold at high costs. It is sold at 1.8 million retail outlets in the country. Rasna, which is now the world's largest gentle drink focus producer, still enjoys a high recall and the brand's "I love you Rasna" campaign of the 80s and 90s still resonates in the minds of people. A pack of

PM Modi expresses condolences over demise of ex-diplomat Abasar Beuria

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his condolences on the demise of former diplomat Abasar Beuria in Odisha.PM Modi tweeted, "Shri Abasar Beuria will be remembered for his rich service to the nation. He also made a mark as a great proponent of Odia language and culture. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti."According to sources, Beuria suffered a cardiac arrest around 1 am while undergoing treatment at a private hospital.Mourning his death, President Droupadi Murmu tweeted: "Saddened to learn about the demise of Shri Abasar Beuria, former diplomat, author and Chairman, Institute of Odia Studies & Research. He played a key role in the translation of engineering books in Odia which I released during my visit to Odisha. Condolences to his family & friends.

World Heart Day: Doctors say lifestyle, dietary change must for good health

To commemorate "World Heart Day", the ASSOCHAM, held a webinar titled "Dil Ki Baat" as part of the Illness to Wellness campaign with an aim to raise awareness and provide information

Most people experience cardiac arrest early in morning, say experts

Doctors have often attributed a cardiac arrest to factors like diabetes, hypertension, smoking and alcohol intake, along with erratic lifestyle and lack of sleep

Karnataka minister Umesh Katti dies at 61 due to cardiac arrest

Karnataka Minister Umesh Katti died due to cardiac arrest at a private hospital here on Tuesday night, official sources said. The minister for food, civil supplies and consumer affairs and forest was 61-years-old. He is survived by his wife, son and daughter. According to sources, Katti collapsed in the bathroom of his Dollar's Colony residence here and was rushed to the hospital. State revenue minister R Ashoka said according to doctors, Katti had no pulse when he was brought to the hospital. He termed Katti's death a huge loss to the BJP and to the Belagavi district. Expressing grief over the death of his cabinet colleague and a "close friend", Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said the state has lost an experienced statesman, dynamic leader and a loyal public worker. Several of Bommai's cabinet colleagues, including Water Resources Minister Govind Karjol, Health Minister K Sudhkar and several BJP leaders rushed to the hospital upon receiving the news. Leader of Opposition and f

BJP MLA Arvind Giri from UP's Gola Gokarnnath dies due to cardiac arrest

BJP MLA from Gola Gokarnnath constituency Arvind Giri died due to cardiac arrest on Tuesday, a party leader said. Giri (65), a resident of Tirath locality here is survived by his wife Sudha Giri, two sons and as many daughters, family sources said. According to party leaders, Giri was travelling to Lucknow in his car when he felt uneasy and was taken to a hospital in Sidhauli where he died. Sunil Kumar Singh, district president of the BJP confirmed Giri's death and expressed grief. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana and several ministers too condoled the demise of the legislator. Giri had attended several programmes on Monday and visited Gola Gokarnanath Temple to monitor its survey. He started his career as a physical instructor at Gola inter college and joined active politics in 1995 when he was elected as Gola Nagarpalika chairman. In 1996, he contested from Hyderabad assembly (now Gola) seat on a Samajwadi Party ticket and won. He ..

Clear spike in heart attack cases after Covid-19 outbreak, say doctors

In recent times, several young celebrities, from politics to music to films, have succumbed to sudden heart attacks

CARE Hospitals buy majority stake in United CIIGMA for around Rs 400 cr

The investment will allow CARE to have a presence in three Maharashtra cities. CARE's network spans 17 healthcare facilities in eight cities and six states of the country.

Apollo Hospitals, Singapore firm enhance AI-based tech for cardiac diseases

Move aimed to enable healthcare providers to predict risk of cardiac disease in patients and start intervention early

Initial post-mortem points to cardiac arrest causing KK's death: Police

KK was declared "brought dead" by doctors of a hospital where he was taken after he "fell unconscious" upon his return to a hotel from a concert on Tuesday night, police had said.

Former top bureaucrat Madhav Godbole passes away due to cardiac failure

During his long bureaucratic career he chaired several important government committees, including the Enron Power Project in Maharashtra and management of India's international borders

75% Indians below the age of 50 at risk of heart attack, complications

With nearly 75% population aged below 50 years at risk of suffering from cardiac arrest, heart complications are a major endemic that India cannot afford to ignore, say doctors

Save yourself a heartache by opting for cardiac cover, say experts

A health insurance plus critical illness combo should suffice for those with a family history of cardiac ailments

National Award-winning actor Surekha Sikri dies at 75 due to cardiac arrest

Veteran actor Surekha Sikri died on Friday morning at the age of 75 following a cardiac arrest, her agent said

Bird Group executive director Ankur Bhatia passes away at 48

Bird Group executive director Ankur Bhatia died on Friday at the age of 48 due to a massive cardiac arrest

President Kovind undergoes cardiac bypass surgery: Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday underwent a cardiac bypass surgery at the AIIMS here, a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan said. The surgery was successful and his condition is stable, it said. "The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind underwent cardiac bypass surgery today morning (March 30, 2021) at AIIMS, New Delhi. Surgery was successful. He is stable and is being closely monitored by a team of senior doctors," the statement said. The president was on Saturday shifted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Kovind, 75, had undergone a health check-up at the Army Hospital (R&R) here following chest discomfort on Friday morning.

Exercise-based cardiac rehab added to stroke recovery, reveals study

A new study suggested that stroke survivors who completed a cardiac rehabilitation program focused on aerobic exercise significantly improved their ability to transition from sitting to standing

Will discuss further treatment plan for Sourav Ganguly on Monday: Hospital

He was diagnosed with three blocked coronary arteries on Saturday, following which a stent was inserted in one to remove the blockage