Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

'He touched countless lives': S P Hinduja's daughters remember him

Shanu and Vinoo Hinduja said they will continue to uphold SP’s legacy and values

'He touched countless lives': S P Hinduja's daughters remember him

The daughters of S P Hinduja, Chairman of Hinduja Group, expressed their deep appreciation for their father's efforts in promoting Indian culture worldwide and his philanthropic endeavours.

They paid tribute to him following his peaceful passing in London on Wednesday (17).


Shanu and Vinoo Hinduja said their father was surrounded by family members during his final moments.

S P Hinduja, the eldest of the four Hinduja brothers, had been ailing for some time.

“SP journeyed through life with deep humility and dignity, always seeking to bring people together in a common interest,” Shanu and Vinoo said in a joint statement.

“He touched countless lives on his path, and we are forever grateful for the time we spent with him. Amongst other things, SP will be remembered for his great contributions in bringing India and its culture to the global stage through his work and philanthropic efforts,” they said.

The daughters fondly described SP as not only a devoted husband to the late Madhu Hinduja and a caring father to his late son Dharam Hinduja, but also as a visionary business leader, an exemplary philanthropist, and a champion of humanitarian causes.

“SP passed away peacefully this morning, looked after by members of his family and we are at peace knowing that he will be reunited with his beloved wife and son in the afterlife. We will continue to uphold SP's legacy and values. The family asks for privacy at this time for prayer and quiet reflection,” the daughters said.

The Hinduja brothers top the tally of Britain's richest families and their business interests span various countries and sectors, including hospitality and automotive.

(PTI)

More For You

canada-elections-getty

The Liberal Party, led by new prime minister Mark Carney (right), had been expected to lose easily to the Conservatives' Pierre Poilievre until Trump's attacks on Canada triggered a shift in poll forecasts. (Photo: Getty Images)

Canada votes to elect new government as Liberals close gap on Conservatives

CANADIANS will vote on Monday (28) to elect a new government that will confront threats from the United States and deal directly with president Donald Trump. The Liberals, who were trailing the Conservatives by a wide margin months ago, are now in a close race after a late surge in support.

The Liberal Party, led by new prime minister Mark Carney, had been expected to lose easily to the Conservatives' Pierre Poilievre until Trump's attacks on Canada triggered a shift in poll forecasts.

Keep ReadingShow less
David Lammy and S Jaishankar

In his conversation with S Jaishankar, Lammy was briefed about India’s 'zero tolerance' policy for terrorism and the 'cross-border' links to the Pahalgam terror attack.

David Lammy urges de-escalation amid rising India-Pakistan tensions

FOREIGN SECRETARY David Lammy spoke to Indian external affairs minister S Jaishankar and Pakistan deputy prime minister Ishaq Dar as tensions rose between India and Pakistan after last week's deadly attack in Kashmir that killed 26 civilians.

In his conversation with Jaishankar, Lammy was briefed about India’s "zero tolerance" policy for terrorism and the "cross-border" links to the Pahalgam terror attack.

Keep ReadingShow less
London-Marathon-Getty

Tigst Assefa (left) set a new women's only world record and Sebastien Sawe won the men's race at the London Marathon, where thousands participated for competition and charity. (Photo: Getty Images)

Assefa sets women's world record, Sawe wins men's race at London Marathon

ETHIOPIA's Tigst Assefa set a new women's only world record of 2hr 15min 50sec to win the London Marathon on Sunday. Kenya's Sebastien Sawe won the men's race, defeating a strong field.

Assefa, 28, won the title after finishing runner-up in London and at the Paris Olympics last year. Her rival, Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands, who was born in Ethiopia, finished third.

Keep ReadingShow less
kashmir-border-reuters

The Indian military said on Sunday there had been 'unprovoked' firing of small arms 'initiated by Pakistan' along the Line of Control, which separates the two countries. (Photo: Reuters)

India and Pakistan exchange fire for third night in Kashmir

TROOPS from India and Pakistan exchanged fire in Kashmir for a third consecutive night, officials said on Sunday, as relations between the two countries continued to deteriorate.

India has accused Pakistan of supporting "cross-border terrorism" after gunmen carried out the worst attack on civilians in Kashmir in 25 years.

Keep ReadingShow less
Bus timetable changes

Revised schedules will come into effect from Sunday

iStock

West Midlands bus timetable changes from Sunday – check new timings

A series of changes to bus timetables across the West Midlands are set to be introduced this weekend.

Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) confirmed that the revised schedules will come into effect from Sunday, following an annual review of the network by bus operators.

Keep ReadingShow less