<p>A post going viral on social media has claimed that Ratan Tata's pet dog 'Goa' died three days after the death of the chairman emeritus of one of India's biggest conglomerates, Tata Sons.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rumours stated that Goa, who is a permanent resident at&nbsp;the Tata Group's office at&nbsp;Bombay House, died due to the shock of its owner's death.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Sad news. Tata's pet dog Goa dies after 3 days of his death. That's why they say that Dogs are more faithful to their masters than human beings," read the viral post.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the supposed news went viral,&nbsp;Sudhir Kudalkar, a&nbsp;senior inspector in the Mumbai Police stepped up and conducted his investigation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kudalkar took to his Instagram account after his probe and debunked the fake news, stating that 'Goa' was alive and doing fine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I verified this with Shantanu Naidu, a close friend of Tata Ji, and he confirmed that Goa is doing fine," Kudalkar posted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also shared screenshots of his messages with Shantanu Naidu confirming Goa's good health. The senior police officer also cautioned the netizens to not fall for rumours and misinformation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Please make sure to verify facts before sharing posts," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The stray dog, who had become a beloved companion of Tata during his latter years, was even present at his funeral,&nbsp;following the Parsi tradition of Sagdid.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Ratan Tata: Phenomenal Contributions By India's Widely Celebrated Philanthropist | WION Originals</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Ratan Tata's death</strong></h2>

<p>Tata died at the age of 86 last week after he was admitted to the&nbsp;intensive care of the Breach Candy Hospital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Mr Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation," N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Group said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/5-star-treatment-to-dogs-when-a-street-ratan-tata-allowed-strays-to-his-famous-mumbais-taj-hotel-766272"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Five-star treatment for dogs! When Ratan Tata allowed strays to his famous Taj Hotel in Mumbai</strong></a></p>

<p>Tata became chairman of the conglomerate in 1991 and ran the group founded by his great-grandfather more than a hundred years ago until 2012.&nbsp;He founded the telecommunications company Tata Teleservices&nbsp;in 1996 and took the IT company Tata Consultancy Services public in 2004.</p>

<p>After stepping down, he was conferred with the title of chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, Tata Industries, Tata Motors, Tata Steel and Tata Chemicals, the company website says.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A post going viral on social media has claimed that Ratan Tata's pet dog 'Goa' died three days after the death of the chairman emeritus of one of India's biggest conglomerates, Tata Sons.

A post going viral on social media has claimed that Ratan Tata's pet dog 'Goa' died three days after the death of the chairman emeritus of one of India's biggest conglomerates, Tata Sons. Rumours stated that Goa, who is a permanent resident at the Tata Group's office at Bombay House, died due to the shock of its owner's death. "Sad news. Tata's pet dog Goa dies after 3 days of his death. That's why they say that Dogs are more faithful to their masters than human beings," read the viral post. As the supposed news went viral, Sudhir Kudalkar, a senior inspector in the Mumbai Police stepped up and conducted his investigation. Kudalkar took to his Instagram account after his probe and debunked the fake news, stating that 'Goa' was alive and doing fine. "I verified this with Shantanu Naidu, a close friend of Tata Ji, and he confirmed that Goa is doing fine," Kudalkar posted. He also shared screenshots of his messages with Shantanu Naidu confirming Goa's good health. The senior police officer also cautioned the netizens to not fall for rumours and misinformation. "Please make sure to verify facts before sharing posts," he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sudhir Kudalkar (@sudhirkudalkar) × The stray dog, who had become a beloved companion of Tata during his latter years, was even present at his funeral, following the Parsi tradition of Sagdid. Watch | Ratan Tata: Phenomenal Contributions By India's Widely Celebrated Philanthropist | WION Originals × Ratan Tata's death Tata died at the age of 86 last week after he was admitted to the intensive care of the Breach Candy Hospital. "It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Mr Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation," N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Group said in a statement. Also read | Five-star treatment for dogs! When Ratan Tata allowed strays to his famous Taj Hotel in Mumbai Tata became chairman of the conglomerate in 1991 and ran the group founded by his great-grandfather more than a hundred years ago until 2012. He founded the telecommunications company Tata Teleservices in 1996 and took the IT company Tata Consultancy Services public in 2004. After stepping down, he was conferred with the title of chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, Tata Industries, Tata Motors, Tata Steel and Tata Chemicals, the company website says. (With inputs from agencies)

Fact check: Did Ratan Tata's pet dog 'Goa' die three days after his death?

<p>Ratan Tata, industrialist and Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus, is no more. He passed away on Wednesday, Oct 9, at 86.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tata has left a legacy that will be cherished for generations to come. Since the news of his death was confirmed, several prominent celebrities from around the world have mourned his demise. And, the most recent one to share his condolence is veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Thursday afternoon, megastar Amitabh Bachchan remembered the veteran industrialist as he mourned the loss of the late businessman.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rip-ratan-tata-tata-group-doyen-had-a-great-sense-of-humour-here-are-some-of-his-funny-quotes-766219">RIP Ratan Tata. Tata Group doyen had a great sense of humour. Here are some of his funny quotes</a></p>

<p>Taking to his X handle, Bachchan shared a picture with Mr Tata and&nbsp;wrote, ''T 5159(i) – .. just came to learn of the passing of Shri Ratan Tata .. was working very late .. An era has ended .. a most respected, humble yet visionary leader of immense foresight and resolve .. Spent some wonderful moments with him, during several Campaigns we were involved in together .. My prayers .”</p>

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<p>Big B and Mr&nbsp;Tata share a very special connection. The late tycoon, who invested in several fields and had various business ventures, also entered the film business. During his lifetime, he produced only one film, which starred Bachchan.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ratan-tatas-assistant-friend-shantanu-naidu-posts-heartfelt-farewell-note-for-his-lighthouse-766160">Ratan Tata's assistant, friend Shantanu Naidu posts heartfelt farewell note for his 'lighthouse'</a></p>

<p>In 2004, he co-produced a film titled <em>Aetbaar</em>. Directed by Vikram Bhatt, the psychological thriller starred Amitabh, Bipasha Basu and John Abraham.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from the movies, Amitabh and Tata have collaborated on several social causes and philanthropic campaigns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several Bollywood stars from Salman Khan, and Ajay Devgn to Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt took to social media to share their condolence and remember the business tycoon.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ratan-tata-dies-salman-khan-priyanka-chopra-and-other-celebs-pay-tribute-766209"> Read the story here.</a></p>


Ratan Tata, industrialist and Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus, is no more. He passed away on Wednesday, Oct 9, at 86. Tata has left a legacy that will be cherished for generations to come.

Ratan Tata, industrialist and Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus, is no more. He passed away on Wednesday, Oct 9, at 86. Tata has left a legacy that will be cherished for generations to come. Since the news of his death was confirmed, several prominent celebrities from around the world have mourned his demise. And, the most recent one to share his condolence is veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan. On Thursday afternoon, megastar Amitabh Bachchan remembered the veteran industrialist as he mourned the loss of the late businessman. Also read: RIP Ratan Tata. Tata Group doyen had a great sense of humour. Here are some of his funny quotes Taking to his X handle, Bachchan shared a picture with Mr Tata and wrote, ''T 5159(i) – .. just came to learn of the passing of Shri Ratan Tata .. was working very late .. An era has ended .. a most respected, humble yet visionary leader of immense foresight and resolve .. Spent some wonderful moments with him, during several Campaigns we were involved in together .. My prayers .” T 5159(i) - .. just came to learn of the passing of Shri Ratan Tata .. was working very late .. An era has ended .. a most respected , humble yet visionary leader of immense foresight and resolve .. Spent some wonderful moments with him, during several Campaigns we were… — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) October 10, 2024 × Big B and Mr Tata share a very special connection. The late tycoon, who invested in several fields and had various business ventures, also entered the film business. During his lifetime, he produced only one film, which starred Bachchan. Also read: Ratan Tata's assistant, friend Shantanu Naidu posts heartfelt farewell note for his 'lighthouse' In 2004, he co-produced a film titled Aetbaar. Directed by Vikram Bhatt, the psychological thriller starred Amitabh, Bipasha Basu and John Abraham. Apart from the movies, Amitabh and Tata have collaborated on several social causes and philanthropic campaigns. Several Bollywood stars from Salman Khan, and Ajay Devgn to Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt took to social media to share their condolence and remember the business tycoon. Read the story here.

'An era has ended': Amitabh Bachchan pays tribute to Ratan Tata

In pics | Journey of legendary Ratan Tata’s life

<p>Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons and one of the most prominent industrialists, passed away on Wednesday, (Oct&nbsp;9). His demise was confirmed by the chairman of Tata Sons, N Chandrasekaran.</p>

<p>“It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Mr. Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation,” Chandrasekaran said in a statement shared on X.</p>

<p>Tata was known for his modest lifestyle. He had an estimated net worth of Rs 3,600 crore, with Tata Group being one of the most prominent companies in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/breaking-ratan-tata-indian-business-tycoon-dies-aged-86-766108">Ratan Tata, Indian industry’s titan, visionary, and philanthropist, dies at 86</a></strong></p>

<p>After his demise, people are speculating who will be the doyen's successor to continue his legacy. While N Chandrasekaran has already taken over Tata Sons as chairman, questions still arise about who will be the next Tata leader. Several Tata family members are leading different parts of the business, and Noel Tata is speculated to be the next contender, according to reports.&nbsp;However, the company has not given any confirmation yet.</p>

<h2>Who is Noel Tata?</h2>

<p>Noel Tata is Ratan Tata’s half-brother and son of Naval Tata from his second wife, Simone Tata. He has been involved in the family business for 40 years and already holds a key position in the company, making him the likely successor.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ratan-tata-once-said-he-wanted-to-be-remembered-as-his-words-have-now-gone-viral-766197">Ratan Tata once said he wanted 'to be remembered as...' His words have now gone viral</a></strong></p>

<p>Noel Tata is the Chairman of Trent, Tata International Limited, Tata Investment Corporation, and Voltas. He is also the Vice Chairman of Tata Steel and Titan Company Limited. Additionally, he is a Trustee on the Boards of Sir Ratan Tata Trust and Sir Dorabji Tata Trust.</p>

<p>He was the Managing Director of Tata International Limited from August 2010 to November 2021, during which the company’s turnover increased from $500 million to over $3 billion. He was also the key person who led to the expansion of Trent Limited from one store in 1998 to 700 stores at present.</p>

<p>Noel Tata got his education from Sussex University in the UK and did the International Executive Programme at INSEAD. He has three children, Maya, Neville, and Leah, who are also involved with the Tata Group.</p>

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Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons and one of the most prominent industrialists, passed away on Wednesday, (Oct 9). His demise was confirmed by the chairman of Tata Sons, N Chandrasekaran.

Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons and one of the most prominent industrialists, passed away on Wednesday, (Oct 9). His demise was confirmed by the chairman of Tata Sons, N Chandrasekaran. “It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Mr. Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation,” Chandrasekaran said in a statement shared on X. Tata was known for his modest lifestyle. He had an estimated net worth of Rs 3,600 crore, with Tata Group being one of the most prominent companies in the country. Also read | Ratan Tata, Indian industry’s titan, visionary, and philanthropist, dies at 86 After his demise, people are speculating who will be the doyen's successor to continue his legacy. While N Chandrasekaran has already taken over Tata Sons as chairman, questions still arise about who will be the next Tata leader. Several Tata family members are leading different parts of the business, and Noel Tata is speculated to be the next contender, according to reports. However, the company has not given any confirmation yet. Who is Noel Tata? Noel Tata is Ratan Tata’s half-brother and son of Naval Tata from his second wife, Simone Tata. He has been involved in the family business for 40 years and already holds a key position in the company, making him the likely successor. Also read | Ratan Tata once said he wanted 'to be remembered as...' His words have now gone viral Noel Tata is the Chairman of Trent, Tata International Limited, Tata Investment Corporation, and Voltas. He is also the Vice Chairman of Tata Steel and Titan Company Limited. Additionally, he is a Trustee on the Boards of Sir Ratan Tata Trust and Sir Dorabji Tata Trust. He was the Managing Director of Tata International Limited from August 2010 to November 2021, during which the company’s turnover increased from $500 million to over $3 billion. He was also the key person who led to the expansion of Trent Limited from one store in 1998 to 700 stores at present. Noel Tata got his education from Sussex University in the UK and did the International Executive Programme at INSEAD. He has three children, Maya, Neville, and Leah, who are also involved with the Tata Group. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Noel Tata, the likely successor of Ratan Tata in the Tata Group?

<p>Ratan Tata, the Tata Group doyen who died on Wednesday night (Oct 9) had a sharp sense of humour which was sometimes self-deprecating. Some of his sense of humour used to shine forth at public events, where his answers left the audience laughing out loud.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once, to a rather profound question about his statement that 'I don't believe in making right decisions, I make decisions and make them right', Tata said, "Facebook and Twitter made that statement, it was not made by me."</p>

<p>The female presenter gasped, saying "That's awkward."</p>

<p>"You come to know of it when people read them back to you," Tata said to laughter from the audience.</p>

<p>"There is no remedial action you can take with social media," he added for good measure.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: From Indica To Jaguar: Ratan Tata's Legacy Lives On</strong></p>

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Asked by Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy at a business summit what his first feeling was when he sat in the chair once occupied by Tata founder JRD Tata, Ratan said he was confused as he had big shoes to fill.</p>

<p>"The confusion was not only in my mind because J [JRD Tata] never left the office. Very often when he walked into the boardroom, he would sit in the chairman's chair, and then five minutes later he would say 'Oh, I&nbsp;shouldn't have been here'. Then you play musical chairs in the boardroom."</p>

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In the same event, he said he inherited a board "that must have had an average age of 85."</p>

<p>"Several of them had to be helped into the boardroom because they could no longer walk freely. Some of them came and sat down and fell asleep. Others didn't hear too well," he said as the audience laughed.</p>

<p>"And when it came to making changes, they all woke up and ensured that no change took place," he said with giggles. His&nbsp;first few years as Tata Group chairman were spent on how to "graciously ease them out of the company," he added.</p>

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<p>But probably the most meme-worthy answer from Tata was to a girl student, who asked 'What excites you the most?'</p>

<p>"That's the most difficult question you'll ask this evening. How can I say that publicly?" he said, leaving the audience in splits and letting them make their own conclusions.</p>

<p><strong>Watch a compilation video here:</strong></p>

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<p>At a startup event when Snapdeal founder Kunal Bahl showered him with praise, saying he never thought the day would come when he'd be sitting six inches away from Tata, the maverick tycoon said,&nbsp;"Thank you for putting me at ease. I have been as nervous about sitting six inches from you as you've been."</p>

<p>Bahl then asked the audience how many people who want to be entrepreneurs would want Tata's investment. To this, Tata said,&nbsp;"Then they will need Kunal's money."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once, at a public interaction with his former girlfriend, actress and TV host Simi Garewal, Tata made a humourous attack on Bollywood for violence in films, which in his telling used a lot of ketchup in place of blood.</p>

<p>"I think there’s more ketchup spread in Hindi movies than in all the restaurants in Bombay," he said.</p>

<p>"I’m very irritating to be around when I watch television. I’m very impatient and watch four or five channels at the same time," he said in another exhibition of his often self-deprecating humour.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ratan Tata, the Tata Group doyen who died on Wednesday night (Oct 9) had a sharp sense of humour which was sometimes self-deprecating. Some of his sense of humour used to shine forth at public events, where his answers left the audience laughing out loud.

Ratan Tata, the Tata Group doyen who died on Wednesday night (Oct 9) had a sharp sense of humour which was sometimes self-deprecating. Some of his sense of humour used to shine forth at public events, where his answers left the audience laughing out loud. Once, to a rather profound question about his statement that 'I don't believe in making right decisions, I make decisions and make them right', Tata said, "Facebook and Twitter made that statement, it was not made by me." The female presenter gasped, saying "That's awkward." "You come to know of it when people read them back to you," Tata said to laughter from the audience. "There is no remedial action you can take with social media," he added for good measure. Watch: From Indica To Jaguar: Ratan Tata's Legacy Lives On × Asked by Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy at a business summit what his first feeling was when he sat in the chair once occupied by Tata founder JRD Tata, Ratan said he was confused as he had big shoes to fill. "The confusion was not only in my mind because J [JRD Tata] never left the office. Very often when he walked into the boardroom, he would sit in the chairman's chair, and then five minutes later he would say 'Oh, I shouldn't have been here'. Then you play musical chairs in the boardroom." Also read: Why Narayana Murthy once touched the feet of Ratan Tata? Here's the entire story In the same event, he said he inherited a board "that must have had an average age of 85." "Several of them had to be helped into the boardroom because they could no longer walk freely. Some of them came and sat down and fell asleep. Others didn't hear too well," he said as the audience laughed. "And when it came to making changes, they all woke up and ensured that no change took place," he said with giggles. His first few years as Tata Group chairman were spent on how to "graciously ease them out of the company," he added. Also read: Ratan Tata once said he wanted 'to be remembered as...' His words have now gone viral But probably the most meme-worthy answer from Tata was to a girl student, who asked 'What excites you the most?' "That's the most difficult question you'll ask this evening. How can I say that publicly?" he said, leaving the audience in splits and letting them make their own conclusions. Watch a compilation video here: × At a startup event when Snapdeal founder Kunal Bahl showered him with praise, saying he never thought the day would come when he'd be sitting six inches away from Tata, the maverick tycoon said, "Thank you for putting me at ease. I have been as nervous about sitting six inches from you as you've been." Bahl then asked the audience how many people who want to be entrepreneurs would want Tata's investment. To this, Tata said, "Then they will need Kunal's money." Once, at a public interaction with his former girlfriend, actress and TV host Simi Garewal, Tata made a humourous attack on Bollywood for violence in films, which in his telling used a lot of ketchup in place of blood. "I think there’s more ketchup spread in Hindi movies than in all the restaurants in Bombay," he said. "I’m very irritating to be around when I watch television. I’m very impatient and watch four or five channels at the same time," he said in another exhibition of his often self-deprecating humour. (With inputs from agencies)

RIP Ratan Tata. Tata Group doyen had a great sense of humour. Here are some of his funny quotes