NASA pays tribute to Nelson Mandela

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 16:08

Nelson Mandela, the revered South African anti-apartheid icon who led his country to democracy and became its first black president is no more. The world is mourning the loss of an indomitable spirit and one of its greatest heroes. NASA has also joined the worldwide wave of tributes by highlighting an image of his native land as seen from the International Space Station (ISS).

Punjab CM mourns Nelson Mandela`s demise

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 16:00

Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal paid tributes to anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela and said he is "one of the greatest human beings ever to walk this Earth".

For Kashmiris, Nelson Mandela an icon of righteousness

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 15:48

The death of South Africa`s iconic anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela has saddened many Kashmiris, who saw him as a symbol of steadfast commitment against injustice.

Nelson Mandela`s magic: The shirts, humour and empathy

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 15:39

South Africans called it "Madiba magic" after his clan name -- Nelson Mandela`s quirky mix of grandeur and simplicity, his ready quips, his ability to relate to the poor.

Tarun Gogoi condoles Nelson Mandela`s death

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 15:27

Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi condoled the death of anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela.

Narendra Modi condoles Nelson Mandela`s death

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 14:59

Expressing profound grief over the death of South Africa`s first elected black president Nelson Mandela, BJP prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi said the world has lost an apostle of peace and non-violence.

Cabinet condoles Nelson Mandela`s death

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 14:28

The Union Cabinet condoled the death of Nelson Mandela and decided to observe five-day national mourning as a mark of respect for the South African leader, informed sources said.

Nelson Mandela`s struggle will inspire generations: Mamata Banerjee

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 14:25

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condoled the death of South African anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela, said his lifelong struggle and sacrifice will be the source of inspiration for generations.

Sonia Gandhi mourns Nelson Mandela`s death as loss of `beloved father`

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 13:48

Congress president Sonia Gandhi paid tribute to anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela and said that he redefined the meaning of courage and sacrifice.

Nelson Mandela`s body moved to military hospital

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 13:45

Former South African president Nelson Mandela’s body has been taken to a military hospital in Pretoria, a media report said.

Nelson Mandela was a true Gandhian: Manmohan Singh

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 12:38

"A giant among men has passed away. He was a true Gandhian," said Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Nelson Mandela`s death.

Nelson Mandela dies a week after release of film on his life

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 12:00

Revered peace icon Nelson Mandela`s death came barely a week after the release of a movie based on his autobiography that Indian-origin South African filmmaker Anant Singh spent almost 20 years to make.