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Apr 24, 2026

Shiv Ratan Agarwal, Bikaji Foods founder and promoter, dies at 74

Shiv Ratan Agarwal, promoter, chairman and whole-time director of Bikaji Foods International, died on 24 April 2026 at the age of 74 after a heart attack. He steered Bikaji from a regional snacks business in Bikaner into one of India's best-known ethnic snack brands with a growing global footprint. A grandson of the founder of Haldiram’s, Agarwal left the family business in 1986 and started Shivdeep Products, later rebranded as Bikaji in 1993. Under his leadership, Bikaji modernised Bikaneri bhujia production with advanced machinery while preserving its traditional taste and texture. Today the company exports to the UAE, Australia and other markets, strengthening India’s food exports. He is survived by his family.

Died on 24 April 2026 at age 74 after a heart attack
Promoter, chairman and whole-time director of Bikaji Foods International
Transformed Bikaji from a regional brand to a global ethnic snacks company
Grandson of Haldiram’s founder; left family business in 1986 to start Shivdeep Products (Bikaji 1993)
Modernised Bikaneri bhujia production with advanced machinery while preserving taste
Bikaji exports to UAE, Australia and other markets

Apr 22, 2026

Arthur Law Named 2026 World Economic Forum Young Global Leader

Arthur Law, co-founder and managing principal of Storefriendly Asia, has been named a 2026 World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. The honor recognises leaders under 40 who contribute to business, policy, science and social impact. Law has grown Storefriendly Asia into a major tech-enabled self-storage platform serving more than 40,000 households and businesses across dense cities. His work combines entrepreneurship, technology and institutional investment to improve urban living and space efficiency. Partnerships with global firms such as Blackstone and Partners Group have expanded the company's reach. Law’s selection highlights innovative urban solutions in Asia and his broader role in sustainable development and philanthropy.

Arthur Law named WEF Young Global Leader 2026
Storefriendly Asia serves 40,000+ clients
Focus on urban space efficiency
Partnerships with Blackstone and Partners Group
Recognition for entrepreneurship and sustainability

Apr 13, 2026

Asha Bhosle Passes Away in Mumbai at 92

Asha Bhosle, one of India’s most celebrated playback singers, died on 12 April 2026 in Mumbai at Breach Candy Hospital after suffering multiple organ failure. She was admitted a day earlier with a chest infection. Born 28 September 1933 in Sangli, Bhosle’s career spanned eight decades, making her one of the most recorded voices in Indian cinema. She began singing in Marathi films in 1943 and achieved a Hindi breakthrough with Naya Daur (1957). Her vast discography crossed genres and languages, shaping film music for generations. Tributes flowed from politicians, artists and fans, acknowledging her extraordinary versatility and enduring influence on Indian song.

Date of death: 12 April 2026; place: Mumbai; hospital: Breach Candy; cause: multiple organ failure.
Career began in Marathi cinema (1943) and Hindi breakthrough with Naya Daur (1957).
Asha Bhosle’s work spanned eight decades and multiple genres.
Her death prompted widespread tributes from public figures and artists.
Legacy includes one of the most recorded voices in Indian music.

Apr 12, 2026

CD Gopinath, India’s oldest Test cricketer, dies at 96

C D Gopinath, the oldest living Indian Test cricketer and the last surviving member of India’s first Test victory, died in Chennai on 9 April 2026 at age 96. Born 1 March 1930, he played eight Test matches between 1951 and 1960, scoring 242 runs with a top score of 50 not out on his debut. He was part of the 1952 Chennai Test win over England, a milestone in India’s cricket history. Gopinath also mentored younger players; his passing was widely mourned by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association and fans. (Sources: NDTV, Indian Express)

CD Gopinath died in Chennai on 9 April 2026 at age 96.
Born 1 March 1930; eight Test matches (1951–1960); 242 runs.
Part of India’s 1952 first Test victory against England.
Deceased as a veteran mentor to younger players; TNCA mourns his loss.
This marks the end of an era in Indian cricket history.

Apr 08, 2026

Menaka Guruswamy to become India's first openly queer MP, reports say

Menaka Guruswamy, a renowned lawyer and LGBTQ rights advocate, was reported on 7 April 2026 to become India's first openly queer member of parliament. Indian media coverage highlighted her long career in public interest litigation and her role in landmark court cases advancing equality. Guruswamy has campaigned for constitutional rights, anti-discrimination protections and inclusive governance. Her entry to Parliament represents a historic moment for representation in Indian politics and signals a broader public debate on gender and rights in the country. The reports reflect heightened visibility of LGBTQ voices in national politics. ([indianexpress.com](https://indianexpress.com/article/education/today-news-headlines-for-school-assembly-7-april-2026-india-iran-us-israel-war-trump-menaka-guruswamy-delhi-assembly-security-breach-wb-sir-10622141/?utm_source=openai))

Guruswamy reported to become India's first openly queer MP
Long career in public interest litigation and equality cases
Advocacy for constitutional rights and anti-discrimination protections
Parliamentary entry seen as milestone for representation
Signals broader national dialogue on gender and rights

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