Archive · 4 Oct 2025
T.J.S. George Funeral to Be Held with State Honors
T.J.S. George, a respected journalist and author, recently passed away.
He was 97 years old and known for his sharp writing.
The government has decided to honor him with a state funeral.
George was the Editorial Advisor for The New Indian Express and wrote a weekly column for 25 years.
He also served as the founding editor of Asiaweek.
George was the author of books, including biographies and a work on Bengaluru.
T.J.S. George's funeral will be held with state honors.
George passed away in Bengaluru.
He was 97 years old.
He was a veteran journalist and author.
He was the recipient of the Padma Bhushan award.
- Who
- T. J. S. George
- What
- Funeral to be held with state honors
- When
- October 2024
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- Recognize his contributions to journalism
- Name
- Thayil Jacob Sony George (T. J. S. George)
- Age
- 97
- Died
- October 3, 2024
- Known For
- Journalist, Author, Editorial Advisor
- Awards
- Padma Bhushan
- Funeral
- State Honors
Sources
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