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Published : Sep 8, 2019, 11:24 AM IST

Updated : Sep 8, 2019, 9:50 PM IST

21:47 September 08

Jethmalani's demise loss for nation, legal fraternity: Lalu Prasad

  • Saddened by the demise of Shri #RamJethmalani , former Law Minister, @RJDforIndia MP and a stalwart lawyer. He was an institution himself. His demise is a great loss to nation & legal fraternity. Sincere tributes to him & condolences to family. May his soul rest in peace!

    — Lalu Prasad Yadav (@laluprasadrjd) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

RJD national president Lalu Prasad paid "sincere tributes" to former Union minister and noted jurist Ram Jethmalani, with whom he had shared a personal bond which eventually resulted in a political collaboration.
       
"Saddened by the demise of Shri #RamJethmalani, former Law Minister, @RJDforIndia MP and a stalwart lawyer. He was an institution in himself. His demise is great loss to nation and legal fraternity. Sincere tributes to him and condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace", Prasad, who is in Ranchi serving sentences in fodder scam cases, tweeted.

21:47 September 08

KCR, Kishan Reddy condole Jethmalani's death

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao and Union Minister of State for Home G Kishan Reddy  expressed grief over the death of eminent jurist Ram Jethmalani.

In an official press release, Rao expressed his condolences over Jethmalani's death and recollected
the service rendered by him in various capacities.
         
Kishan Reddy, in a message, expressed grief over the death of the former union minister and conveyed condolences to the bereaved family.
          
He (Jethmalani) practised 77 years in Supreme Court....He is an inspiration to many, the message quoted
Reddy as saying. 

16:21 September 08

PM Modi reaches Jethmalani's residence, pays last respects

PM Modi reaches Jethmalani's residence, pays last respects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the residence of veteran lawyer and former Union Minister Ram Jethmalani who died earlier in the day, and paid tributes.

The Prime Minister reached Jethmalani's residence at 2, Akbar Road, soon after he returned from Haryana after addressing a public rally in the poll-bound state.

13:32 September 08

Jagan Reddy condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise

Jagan Reddy condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise
Jagan Reddy condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy condoled the demise of eminent lawyer and former Union Minister Ram Jethmalani. 

"Jethmalani will be remembered as a great legal expert who had handled high-profile cases in his long and illustrious career. May his soul rest in peace," Reddy said in a statement.

13:21 September 08

Ram Jethmalani's name will be written in golden words in legal history: Kejriwal

  • Extremely saddened at the passing away of legendary lawyer Ram Jethmalani ji. An institution in himself, he shaped criminal law in post-independence India. His void would never be filled and his name will be written in golden words in legal history.

    RIP Ram sir

    — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal paid tributes to the eminent lawyer and former Union minister Ram Jethmalani. 

"Extremely saddened at the passing away of legendary lawyer Ram Jethmalani Ji. An institution in himself, he shaped criminal law in post-independence India. His void would never be filled and his name will be written in golden words in legal history. RIP Ram sir," tweeted Arvind Kejriwal.

11:45 September 08

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot condoled the passing away of Jethmalani

"Heartfelt condolences at the passing away of eminent lawyer and former Union minister, Shri Ram Jethmalani. May God give strength to his family members. May his soul rest in peace," he tweeted.

11:43 September 08

Despite our huge age difference he was a very warm friend, says Singhvi

Despite our huge age difference he was a very warm friend, says Singhvi

Another senior lawyer and Congress leader Abhishek Singhvi said Jethmalani, with whom he shared great camaraderie, will be missed.

"Feisty, ebullient, fearless, outspoken to a fault, uncaring of consequences or of societal norms, he had a large heart and a restive temperament. Always a crusader, his mind and body remained good almost to the end," Singhvi tweeted.

"Ram & I shared great chemistry, despite our age differences & despite the fact that we agreed on 25% issues, it never affected personal affection and regard. I always provoked him by saying that there is no party left in the country to send him to Rajya Sabha where he spent decades!" he said in another tweet.

11:42 September 08

Congress leaders pay tributes to Ram Jethmalani

  • Ram Jethmalani is no more . A crusader in both law and politics he stood steadfastly for the causes he took up . His knowledge in criminal law was matched by none . He was also a bundle of affection . The nation has lost a great son . May his soul rest in peace.

    — Kapil Sibal (@KapilSibal) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Senior Congress leaders paid rich tributes to eminent lawyer and former Union minister Ram Jethmalani describing him as "fearless" and a "crusader in both law and politics".

"Ram Jethmalani is no more. A crusader in both law and politics he stood steadfastly for the causes he took up. His knowledge in criminal law was matched by none," senior lawyer and Congress leader Kapil Sibal said.

"He was also a bundle of affection. The nation has lost a great son. May his soul rest in peace," he said in a tweet.
 

11:39 September 08

Shah pays last respects to Jethmalani

Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid his last respects to noted jurist Ram Jethmalani, who passed away early this morning.

Shah drove to Jethmalani's residence here and offered his last respects to the departed soul and condolences to the bereaved family.

"Paid last respects to Shri Ram Jethmalani ji at his residence in New Delhi," he tweeted.

Jethmalani was Shah's lawyer in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh alleged fake encounter case.

Shah, who was Gujarat Home minister at the time of the incident, was chargesheeted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the case, but the court discharged him due to lack of evidence. 

11:31 September 08

Sonia condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Sunday condoled the passing away of eminent jurist and former Union minister Ram Jethmalani.

Gandhi extended her condolences to his family and friends. 

11:28 September 08

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects to Jethmalani

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects to noted lawyer Ram Jethmalani at the latter's residence. 

11:17 September 08

With Ram Jethmalani's death, India lost great intellectual, patriot: Naidu

With Ram Jethmalani's death, India lost great intellectual, patriot: Naidu
With Ram Jethmalani's death, India lost great intellectual, patriot: Naidu

Condoling the demise of veteran lawyer Ram Jethmalani, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday said the country has lost a great intellectual and a patriot.

"Deeply saddened to learn about the demise of Shri Ram Jethmalani ... one of the brilliant minds of Bharat. In his passing away the nation has lost a distinguished jurist, a great intellectual & a patriot, who was active till his last breath," the Vice President's secretariat tweeted.

11:15 September 08

Lost a dear friend: Yechury on Ram Jethmalani's death

  • Deep grief at the passing away of Ram Jethmalani. He was a dear friend, fellow Parliamentarian and a legal legend. Deepest condolences to his family and the large number of friends and admirers.

    — Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Sunday expressed grief over the death of veteran lawyer Ram Jethmalani, and said he had lost a "dear friend".

"Deep grief at the passing away of Ram Jethmalani. He was a dear friend, fellow Parliamentarian and a legal legend. Deepest condolences to his family and a large number of friends and admirers," Yechury tweeted. 

10:45 September 08

Tributes pour in for Ram Jethmalani

  • I consider myself fortunate to have got numerous opportunities to interact with Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji. In these sad moments, my condolences to his family, friends and many admirers. He may not be here but his pioneering work will live on! Om Shanti.

    — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

New Delhi: Tributes began pouring in on Twitter as Ram Jethmalani, one of India's eminent lawyers and former finance minister died at this residence in Delhi on Sunday morning. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Ram Jethmalani, saying the country has lost an "exceptional" lawyer and an "iconic figure" who made rich contributions in courts and Parliament.

The prime minister recalled that one of the best aspects of eminent jurist and former Union minister Jethmalani was the ability to speak his mind. 

"And, he did so without any fear. During the dark days of the Emergency, his fortitude and fight for public liberties will be remembered," Modi said.

He said helping the needy was an integral part of Jethmalani's persona. 

"In the passing away of Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji, India has lost an exceptional lawyer and iconic public figure who made rich contributions both in the Court and Parliament," the prime minister tweeted.

Modi said Jethmalani was "witty, courageous and never shied away from boldly expressing himself on any subject". 

"I consider myself fortunate to have got numerous opportunities to interact with Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji. In these sad moments, my condolences to his family, friends and many admirers. 

"He may not be here but his pioneering work will live on! Om Shanti," the prime minister wrote. 

21:47 September 08

Jethmalani's demise loss for nation, legal fraternity: Lalu Prasad

  • Saddened by the demise of Shri #RamJethmalani , former Law Minister, @RJDforIndia MP and a stalwart lawyer. He was an institution himself. His demise is a great loss to nation & legal fraternity. Sincere tributes to him & condolences to family. May his soul rest in peace!

    — Lalu Prasad Yadav (@laluprasadrjd) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

RJD national president Lalu Prasad paid "sincere tributes" to former Union minister and noted jurist Ram Jethmalani, with whom he had shared a personal bond which eventually resulted in a political collaboration.
       
"Saddened by the demise of Shri #RamJethmalani, former Law Minister, @RJDforIndia MP and a stalwart lawyer. He was an institution in himself. His demise is great loss to nation and legal fraternity. Sincere tributes to him and condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace", Prasad, who is in Ranchi serving sentences in fodder scam cases, tweeted.

21:47 September 08

KCR, Kishan Reddy condole Jethmalani's death

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao and Union Minister of State for Home G Kishan Reddy  expressed grief over the death of eminent jurist Ram Jethmalani.

In an official press release, Rao expressed his condolences over Jethmalani's death and recollected
the service rendered by him in various capacities.
         
Kishan Reddy, in a message, expressed grief over the death of the former union minister and conveyed condolences to the bereaved family.
          
He (Jethmalani) practised 77 years in Supreme Court....He is an inspiration to many, the message quoted
Reddy as saying. 

16:21 September 08

PM Modi reaches Jethmalani's residence, pays last respects

PM Modi reaches Jethmalani's residence, pays last respects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the residence of veteran lawyer and former Union Minister Ram Jethmalani who died earlier in the day, and paid tributes.

The Prime Minister reached Jethmalani's residence at 2, Akbar Road, soon after he returned from Haryana after addressing a public rally in the poll-bound state.

13:32 September 08

Jagan Reddy condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise

Jagan Reddy condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise
Jagan Reddy condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jaganmohan Reddy condoled the demise of eminent lawyer and former Union Minister Ram Jethmalani. 

"Jethmalani will be remembered as a great legal expert who had handled high-profile cases in his long and illustrious career. May his soul rest in peace," Reddy said in a statement.

13:21 September 08

Ram Jethmalani's name will be written in golden words in legal history: Kejriwal

  • Extremely saddened at the passing away of legendary lawyer Ram Jethmalani ji. An institution in himself, he shaped criminal law in post-independence India. His void would never be filled and his name will be written in golden words in legal history.

    RIP Ram sir

    — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal paid tributes to the eminent lawyer and former Union minister Ram Jethmalani. 

"Extremely saddened at the passing away of legendary lawyer Ram Jethmalani Ji. An institution in himself, he shaped criminal law in post-independence India. His void would never be filled and his name will be written in golden words in legal history. RIP Ram sir," tweeted Arvind Kejriwal.

11:45 September 08

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot condoled the passing away of Jethmalani

"Heartfelt condolences at the passing away of eminent lawyer and former Union minister, Shri Ram Jethmalani. May God give strength to his family members. May his soul rest in peace," he tweeted.

11:43 September 08

Despite our huge age difference he was a very warm friend, says Singhvi

Despite our huge age difference he was a very warm friend, says Singhvi

Another senior lawyer and Congress leader Abhishek Singhvi said Jethmalani, with whom he shared great camaraderie, will be missed.

"Feisty, ebullient, fearless, outspoken to a fault, uncaring of consequences or of societal norms, he had a large heart and a restive temperament. Always a crusader, his mind and body remained good almost to the end," Singhvi tweeted.

"Ram & I shared great chemistry, despite our age differences & despite the fact that we agreed on 25% issues, it never affected personal affection and regard. I always provoked him by saying that there is no party left in the country to send him to Rajya Sabha where he spent decades!" he said in another tweet.

11:42 September 08

Congress leaders pay tributes to Ram Jethmalani

  • Ram Jethmalani is no more . A crusader in both law and politics he stood steadfastly for the causes he took up . His knowledge in criminal law was matched by none . He was also a bundle of affection . The nation has lost a great son . May his soul rest in peace.

    — Kapil Sibal (@KapilSibal) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Senior Congress leaders paid rich tributes to eminent lawyer and former Union minister Ram Jethmalani describing him as "fearless" and a "crusader in both law and politics".

"Ram Jethmalani is no more. A crusader in both law and politics he stood steadfastly for the causes he took up. His knowledge in criminal law was matched by none," senior lawyer and Congress leader Kapil Sibal said.

"He was also a bundle of affection. The nation has lost a great son. May his soul rest in peace," he said in a tweet.
 

11:39 September 08

Shah pays last respects to Jethmalani

Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid his last respects to noted jurist Ram Jethmalani, who passed away early this morning.

Shah drove to Jethmalani's residence here and offered his last respects to the departed soul and condolences to the bereaved family.

"Paid last respects to Shri Ram Jethmalani ji at his residence in New Delhi," he tweeted.

Jethmalani was Shah's lawyer in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh alleged fake encounter case.

Shah, who was Gujarat Home minister at the time of the incident, was chargesheeted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the case, but the court discharged him due to lack of evidence. 

11:31 September 08

Sonia condoles Ram Jethmalani's demise

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Sunday condoled the passing away of eminent jurist and former Union minister Ram Jethmalani.

Gandhi extended her condolences to his family and friends. 

11:28 September 08

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects to Jethmalani

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects to noted lawyer Ram Jethmalani at the latter's residence. 

11:17 September 08

With Ram Jethmalani's death, India lost great intellectual, patriot: Naidu

With Ram Jethmalani's death, India lost great intellectual, patriot: Naidu
With Ram Jethmalani's death, India lost great intellectual, patriot: Naidu

Condoling the demise of veteran lawyer Ram Jethmalani, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday said the country has lost a great intellectual and a patriot.

"Deeply saddened to learn about the demise of Shri Ram Jethmalani ... one of the brilliant minds of Bharat. In his passing away the nation has lost a distinguished jurist, a great intellectual & a patriot, who was active till his last breath," the Vice President's secretariat tweeted.

11:15 September 08

Lost a dear friend: Yechury on Ram Jethmalani's death

  • Deep grief at the passing away of Ram Jethmalani. He was a dear friend, fellow Parliamentarian and a legal legend. Deepest condolences to his family and the large number of friends and admirers.

    — Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Sunday expressed grief over the death of veteran lawyer Ram Jethmalani, and said he had lost a "dear friend".

"Deep grief at the passing away of Ram Jethmalani. He was a dear friend, fellow Parliamentarian and a legal legend. Deepest condolences to his family and a large number of friends and admirers," Yechury tweeted. 

10:45 September 08

Tributes pour in for Ram Jethmalani

  • I consider myself fortunate to have got numerous opportunities to interact with Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji. In these sad moments, my condolences to his family, friends and many admirers. He may not be here but his pioneering work will live on! Om Shanti.

    — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 8, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

New Delhi: Tributes began pouring in on Twitter as Ram Jethmalani, one of India's eminent lawyers and former finance minister died at this residence in Delhi on Sunday morning. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Ram Jethmalani, saying the country has lost an "exceptional" lawyer and an "iconic figure" who made rich contributions in courts and Parliament.

The prime minister recalled that one of the best aspects of eminent jurist and former Union minister Jethmalani was the ability to speak his mind. 

"And, he did so without any fear. During the dark days of the Emergency, his fortitude and fight for public liberties will be remembered," Modi said.

He said helping the needy was an integral part of Jethmalani's persona. 

"In the passing away of Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji, India has lost an exceptional lawyer and iconic public figure who made rich contributions both in the Court and Parliament," the prime minister tweeted.

Modi said Jethmalani was "witty, courageous and never shied away from boldly expressing himself on any subject". 

"I consider myself fortunate to have got numerous opportunities to interact with Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji. In these sad moments, my condolences to his family, friends and many admirers. 

"He may not be here but his pioneering work will live on! Om Shanti," the prime minister wrote. 

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