Raghu Rai Passes Away as Legendary Photojournalist

Exam-focused facts from the 28 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Raghu Rai, a legendary photojournalist, passed away on April 26, 2026, at the age of 83.
He was born on December 18, 1942, in Jhang, which is now in Pakistan.
He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1972.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting awarded him the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017.
He joined Magnum Photos in 1977 after being nominated by Henri Cartier-Bresson.
His notable work includes the coverage of the Bangladesh Liberation War and the Bhopal Gas Tragedy.
He documented eminent personalities including Indira Gandhi and Mother Teresa.