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STV News
08-07-2025
- Business
- STV News
Billionaire donates 16 Scottish paintings in memory of late husband
An Indian billionaire has donated 16 paintings from some of Scotland's most significant historical artists to Renfrewshire's civic collection, in memory of her late husband. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw made the donation as a tribute to her husband John Shaw, who was an enthusiastic collector of Scottish art. Mrs Mazumdar-Shaw is the founder and chairwoman of Biocon Ltd, which describes itself as India's largest biopharmaceutical company. Mr Shaw, who died in 2022 after a short illness, was born in Glasgow and forged an international career with thread company Coats Viyella. Mrs Mazumdar-Shaw said: 'John was a proud Scot and his career at Coats was foundational in shaping his life.'She added: 'Wherever in the world he went, his collection of Scottish art allowed him to carry a part of his homeland with him. 'I hope these works will now bring that same sense of connection and inspiration to those who visit the Paisley Museum.' The collection includes paintings by portrait artist Henry Raeburn and James Paterson, one of the 'Glasgow Boys', who came to prominence at the end of the 1800s. Most works are from the 1800s, though the collection spans from the 1700s to the late 20th Century. PA Media John Shaw, art collector and businessman who died in 2022. PA Media Paisley Museum is currently undergoing a multi-million-pound restoration and the artworks are intended to go on display in its 'secret collection' at a storefront on the high street. Councillor Lisa-Marie Hughes, Renfrewshire Council's spokesperson on culture, said: 'We are incredibly grateful to Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw for this generous donation. 'John Shaw was part of Paisley's past industrial success, and now he will be very much embedded in its future cultural regeneration. 'We're sure that our magnificent museum will be something of which he and his family can be truly proud and we're delighted to be able to associate ourselves with the Mazumdar-Shaw family.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
It's wrong to blame Covid jabs for cardiac arrests: Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Bengaluru: Days after chief minister Siddaramaiah blamed Covid-19 vaccines for the alarming rise in cardiac arrest cases among youngsters in the recent weeks, especially in Hassan district, Biocon chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw said Thursday his comments were "factually incorrect" and would contribute to "public misinformation". With close to 25 deaths due to cardiac arrests in Hassan alone in the last 40 days, Siddaramaiah said on Tuesday the "hasty approval and distribution of Covid vaccines" could also be a reason for the fatalities. Mazumdar-Shaw, however, wrote on X: "Covid-19 vaccines developed in India were approved under the emergency use authorisation framework, following rigorous protocols aligned with the global standards for safety and efficacy." You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Responding to the CM's comment, she said, "To suggest that these vaccines were hastily approved is factually incorrect and contributes to public misinformation." Mazumdar-Shaw added, "These vaccines have saved millions of lives and, like all vaccines, may cause side effects in a very small number of individuals. It is important to acknowledge the science and data-driven processes behind their development, rather than engage in retrospective blame." As the cardiac arrest-linked casualties in Hassan district snowballed into a major controversy, the CM commented, "The state govt has taken the matter seriously and an expert committee has been constituted under the chairmanship of Dr Ravindranath, director of Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, to ascertain the exact cause of these deaths and to find solutions. The committee has been instructed to submit a report within 10 days. " The same committee in Feb 2025 was also tasked with conducting a thorough study on reasons behind sudden deaths of youngsters in Karnataka and exploring whether these fatalities were triggered by the Covid vaccines. Mazumdar-Shaw commented, "Heart attacks being linked to Covid vaccines even after four years does not stack up. There are many other reasons, including performance-enhancing drugs, excessive exercise routines, etc. "
