Dehradun, June 13 -- Former Indian shooter and coach Jaspal Rana's cousin on Saturday expressed deep grief over his demise, saying the family was at a loss for words and that the nation has lost a rare talent who can never be replaced.

He said the family was struggling to cope with the loss. He further added that the last rites would be performed in Varanasi, as the family gathers to bid a final farewell to the decorated shooter and coach.

"We cannot compensate for the loss. This is such a time for the family that we are at a loss for words. But the country has also lost a gem. There can never be another one like him... We are going to Varanasi for the last rites," Jaspal's cousin told ANI.

Jaspal passed away in New Delhi on Friday aft...