Rafisaab's memory is as alive as ever in his devoted fans' minds.
In anticipation of a verdict to be delivered by the International Tribunal of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague on Tuesday, China has orchestrated a worldwide campaign to defuse its findings.
'Admiral D K Joshi's resignation is certainly an example worthy of emulation by anybody who is in a leadership role. Unfortunately, over the last 30, 40 years, I can think of very few politicians or bureaucrats who could be termed real "Leaders". Without leaders, where will there be leadership?' asks Vice Admiral P J Jacob (retd), former Vice Chief of the Naval Staff.
This is the joint statement issued by the ministry of external affairs on the visit of US President Barack Obama to India.
Rediff.com reproduces the 1997 feature about Laxman, his passion for crows, and of course, his genius.