Renowned Indian Photographer Raghu Rai Dies at 83

Raghu Rai, the acclaimed Indian photographer known for his iconic images capturing modern India, has passed away at the age of 83. Tributes poured in from across the country, including from Prime Minister Modi.

27 Apr, 00:40 — 27 Apr, 11:35

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Raghu Rai was a pivotal figure in Indian photography, known for his ability to capture the essence of modern India through his lens. His passing marks the end of an era for photojournalism in the country, leaving behind a legacy of documenting both its triumphs and its tragedies.

Key entitiesRaghu Rai Dalai Lama Indira Gandhi Bhopal Mother Teresa Narendra Modi

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NYTMostly Factual68d ago

Raghu Rai, Photographer Who Captured Modern India, Dies at 83

Mr. Rai documented major figures like the Dalai Lama and Indira Gandhi, as well as the victims of a poison gas leak in the city of Bhopal.

By Jin Yu Young and Suhasini Raj

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual69d ago

Remembering Raghu Rai through a personal lens

Much will be said about his extraordinary body of work, his visual record of our times, remarkable eye and charisma. But to me, he was simply my Raghuuncle.

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indian-expressMostly Factual69d ago