Fauja Singh

Fauja Singh, who died at the age of 114 in Punjab, once shared how a clean, plant-based diet had always been his go-to. The ‘oldest marathoner in the world’ credited his fitness and longevity to his simple, home-cooked food along with running and jogging.

Fauja Singh hit-and-run case: NRI Amritpal Singh arrested for fatally hitting veteran marathoner with his SUV

Amritpal Singh Dhillon had recently returned from Canada and was the one driving the SUV at the time of the accident. Reportedly, Amritpal had purchased the Fortuner from Ravindra Singh of Rurhampur two years ago.

Fauja Singh Ran Marathons at 100- Now the World Mourns the ‘Turbaned Tornado’

Fauja Singh, the world’s oldest marathon runner, died at 114 on July 14 after being struck by a vehicle in his native village in Punjab, India. Known as the “Turbaned Tornado,” Singh began running at age 89 and completed nine full marathons, becoming the first centenarian to do so. Despite lacking a birth certificate, he claimed to be born in 1911. Singh gained international fame for his endurance, positivity, and disciplined lifestyle. A torchbearer at the 2012 London Olympics, he inspired many through sport and charity. Tributes have poured in globally, honouring a remarkable legacy of resilience and purpose.

Fauja Singh’s incredible journey: The ‘Turbaned Tornado’ who conquered marathons

A few years ago, he was featured with David Beckham and Muhammad Ali in an advertisement for a big sports brand. He was also a torchbearer at the 2004 Athens Games and the 2012 London Olympics.

114-year-old marathon legend Fauja Singh dies after being hit by vehicle in Punjab's Jalandhar

Fauja Singh's biography, 'The Turbaned Tornado', was written by Khushwant Singh, a former state information commissioner of Punjab

Nestle: #100 and running!

This week Storyboard showcases - A] After Kona Kona Kotak, it's now Phone Phone Mein Kotak; B] Mindshare's Fulcrum and Hindustan Unilever celebrate two decades of partnership in India; C] who won it big at Envie Awards this year and D] Nestle celebrates its marathon run of 100 years in India with Fauja Singh.