Mark Tully, the BBC's 'voice of India', dies at 90
Veteran journalist Sir Mark Tully, long-time BBC correspondent and bureau chief in New Delhi, died at a New Delhi hospital on 25 January 2026, aged 90.
Summary
Sir Mark Tully, widely known as the BBC's "voice of India", died at a hospital in New Delhi on 25 January 2026 at the age of 90. Born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1935, he joined the BBC in 1965 and spent more than two decades as its bureau chief in New Delhi, reporting on events across South Asia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his death, calling him a towering voice of journalism whose connect with India was reflected in his works.
Key facts
- Died
- 25 January 2026, New Delhi, aged 90
- Born
- 1935, Calcutta (Kolkata)
- BBC
- Joined in 1965; bureau chief in New Delhi for over 20 years
- Known as
- The BBC's 'voice of India'
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Sir Mark Tully, who died in January 2026, was widely known as the 'voice of India' of which broadcaster?
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Correct answer: C — BBC
AP, The Hindu and BBC: Mark Tully, long-time BBC correspondent and New Delhi bureau chief, was known as the BBC's 'voice of India'.
In which city was journalist Mark Tully born?
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Correct answer: A — Kolkata
AP and The Hindu: Tully was born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1935.