Raghu Rai, the esteemed Indian photographer, passed away at a private hospital in Delhi at the age of 83 after a two-year battle with cancer, which ultimately spread to his brain. Born in 1942 in Jhang, Punjab (now in Pakistan), Rai began his photography journey in 1962 under the guidance of his brother, S Paul. He joined The Statesman in 1965 and gained prominence for covering significant national events, including a visit to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram when The Beatles were present in 1968. Rai was nominated to Magnum Photos in 1977 and later worked with India Today, where he documented the 1984 Bhopal gas disaster and authored the book *Exposure: A Corporate Crime*. Over his illustrious career, he published more than 18 books focusing on India's diverse culture and people, earning the Padma Shri award in 1972 for his coverage of the Bangladesh War. His work has been featured in major publications like *Time*, *Life*, and *The New York Times*, solidifying his legacy as one of India's most influential photographers.