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Zakir Hussain laid to rest in San Francisco, drummer Anandan Sivamani pays tribute at final tites | WATCH

New York: Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain was laid to rest in San Francisco on Thursday. Hussain, the son of the legendary tabla player Alla Rakha, revolutionised the instrument, taking it beyond the limits of classical music to other forms, including jazz and Western classical. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and the global music community," the PM wrote on …

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Zakir Hussain: Legacy of a Global Music Revolutionary

The Hindu

Published : Dec 18, 2024 14:46 IST - 12 MINS READ A musical titan bowed out too early. Son of the legendary tabla player Allarakha, who was internationally famous for his partnership with the sitar maestro Ravi Shankar, Zakir grew up with the music of some of the greatest exponents of Indian classical music. If Allarakha, along with his two …

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Shiva Shakti: Naga Chaitanya, Sai Pallavi's Thandel song to be launched in Varanasi

India Today

The second single from Sai Pallavi and Naga Chaitanya's Thandel will be released on December 22. Naga Chaitanya shared the update on X alongside a new poster, writing, "Can’t wait to share with you the gentle fury of Shiva and Shakti coming together. Here's the poster: Can’t wait to share with you the gentle fury of Shiva and Shakti coming …

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Mahati Kannan and Ramya Venkataraman explored the concept of Shakti through well-researched pieces

The Hindu

‘Prakrti to Para, An Exploration of Sakthi’, conceptualised and visualised by Bharatanrithyam dancers Mahati Kannan and Ramya Venkatraman of Nrithyodaya, was an exploration of the Divine Mother from the physical and the metaphysical plane, as described in the Vedas. ‘Devi as Prakrti is everywhere — as the Earth Goddess, as the dense forest, the fruits and flowers, as the sacred …

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Ustad Zakir Hussain's last concert, Shakti's big loss – music fam and friends pay homage to the late tabla legend

Hindustan Times

After being hospitalised for over a month, and in the ICU for two weeks, Ustad Zakir Hussain died in San Francisco from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, an official statement from his family confirmed on Monday. This is a personal loss for me.” Rakesh Chaurasia Ustad Zakir Hussain with Rakesh Chaurasia “As a kid, I would watch Zakir bhai play with Pandit …

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Mushtaq Khan's Kidnappers Wanted To Kidnap Shakti Kapoor After Inviting Him To Meerut. This Is Why They Couldn't

ABP News

The gang that kidnapped 'Welcome' actor Mushtaq Mohammad Khan after inviting him to an "event" in Meerut wanted to kidnap actor Shakti Kapoor too by following the same modus operandi, police have said. The following morning, Mushtaq Khan managed to escape and reached a mosque in Mohalla Chahshiri, where locals contacted his family and helped him return home," PTI reported …

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Tabla Legend Zakir Hussain Dies: Grammy Winner, Global Music Pioneer Was 73

The Hindu

Published : Dec 16, 2024 08:19 IST - 5 MINS READ His fingers flew, fluttered and floated in quicksilver changes of raga and rhythm, drumming up music and magic. “The mindset as I was growing up tuned itself to the idea that music is music, it’s not Indian music or that music, so when I actually started working with musicians …

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Zakir Hussain, legendary tabla virtuoso, dies at 73, tributes pour in

Hindustan Times

Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussain has passed away at the age of 73 in San Francisco from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, an official statement from his family confirmed on Monday. Meanwhile, Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan described the tabla maestro a "beacon of India's rich musical heritage and a true custodian of classical traditions". "Ustad Zakir Hussain was instrumental in popularising Indian …

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Shakti Kapoor was on list of gang that kidnapped 'Welcome' actor: UP Police

India Today

Days after the kidnapping of Bollywood actor Mushtaq Mohammad Khan, the Uttar Pradesh Police have now revealed that the same gang were also plotting to kidnap actor Shakti Kapoor on the pretext of inviting him to an event. According to UP Police, Shakti Kapoor was offered Rs 5 lakh to attend a similar event, but the deal did not get …

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Remembering Ustad Zakir Hussain: The 'Shakti' that took tabla and Indian classical music global

New Indian Express

Shakti disbanded in 1978 after a five-year run that included three albums. However, the group reformed in 1998 with original members Hussain and McLaughlin, joined by stalwarts like the late Mandolin U. Srinivas, vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, and percussionist V. Selvaganesh. Eight years ago, Hussain had narrated how his father Alla Rakha had welcomed him into this world by putting the …

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'Wah, Ustad!': Zakir Hussain gave tabla new identity, fused music to make magic

New Indian Express

At the 2024 Grammys, Hussain earned his first honour for best global music album for 'This Moment' as part of the fusion music group Shakti, which includes founding member British guitarist John McLaughlin, as well as vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan and percussionist Selvaganesh Vinayakram. He later won two other awards for the best global music performance for 'Pashto' …

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Remembering Ustad Zakir Hussain: The 'Shakti' that took tabla and Indian classical music global

New Indian Express

Shakti disbanded in 1978 after a five-year run that included three albums. However, the group reformed in 1998 with original members Hussain and McLaughlin, joined by stalwarts like the late Mandolin U. Srinivas, vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, and percussionist V. Selvaganesh. Eight years ago, Hussain had narrated how his father Alla Rakha had welcomed him into this world by putting the …

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Zakir Hussain, Grammy-winning tabla player and classical Indian composer, dies at 73

LA Times

Zakir Hussain, an internationally acclaimed tabla player and composer, has died at age 73. Zakir Hussain, an internationally renowned tabla player and composer who helped integrate Indian classical sound into Western music, has died at age 73. Lauded as “the greatest tabla player of his generation,” the statement said, Hussain throughout his decades-long career aimed to blend musical genres and …

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Geyser for bathroom: Find efficient, budget-friendly options from AO Smith, Bajaj, Havells for hot water all year round

Hindustan Times

A bathroom geyser is a must-have for cosy showers, especially in winter. Comparison table of the best brands of geysers for bathroom Brand Storage Capacity Energy Efficiency Heating Capacity AO Smith 15-25 litres 5-star BEE rating Fast and consistent Bajaj 6-25 litres 4-star BEE rating Quick heating Havells 10-25 litres 5-star BEE rating Energy-saving technology Crompton 10-25 litres 4-star BEE …

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If reliable hot water supply is a priority this winter, the best Bajaj geysers offer quick heating with energy savings

Live Mint

A geyser is an essential appliance for every home, providing hot water for daily needs such as bathing, cooking, and cleaning. Specifications of Bajaj New Shakti Storage 15 Litre Vertical Water Heater Colour: White Material: Plastic Weight: 11.4 kg Wattage: 2000 watts Reasons to buy Reasons to avoid Titanium Armour prevents rust, enhancing the tank’s durability Requires wall mounting, which …

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Gati Shakti empowering country: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

Live Mint

New Delhi, December 13 : Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia highlighted that the introduction of the Gati Shakti scheme has revolutionized infrastructure development in the country, brought about paradigm shifts in governance and age-old frameworks across the spectrum. Over the past year, India has allocated a record ₹11.5 lakh crore towards capital expenditure, marking a significant leap in the …

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Warm up this season with the best geysers from trusted brands on Amazon and save up to 55%

Live Mint

Feeling the chill already? Specifications of Crompton Arno Neo 15-L 5 Star Rated Storage Water Heater Colour: White Material: Metal Weight: 7.8 kg Wattage: 2000 watts The Orient Electric Aura Rapid Pro 5.9L Instant Water Heater offers quick heating and durability with its stainless steel tank and copper heating element. Specifications of Havells Adonia Spin 25 Litre Storage Wall Mount …

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Shakti Pumps shares hit 5% upper circuit on ₹754 crore solar water pumping system order

Live Mint

Stock Market Today: Shakti Pumps, a leading Indian manufacturer of solar pumps and motors, saw its shares hit the 5% upper circuit limit during early trading on Thursday, December 12, reaching a two-week high of ₹856.55 apiece. Recognised as a leading manufacturer in the Indian pump industry, Shakti Pumps holds a dominant market position with a 25% share in the …

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Odisha: SHG workers hit street over unpaid dues; BJD comes out in support

Hindustan Times

Amid agitation by over 62,000 community resource persons under the Odisha Livelihood Mission over non-payment of remuneration of more than seven months, Biju Janata Dal chief Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday alleged the Mohan Majhi government in the state was conspiring to stop their salaries. Over 62,000 community resource persons under Mission Shakti, bank mitras under panchayatiraj department, krishi mitras under …

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Battle cold wave with these 15 litres water heaters that are perfect for small families

Hindustan Times

The cold wave has already gripped most parts of North India and with this, a water heater becomes a crucial purchase that gives you that rejuvenating and relaxing bathing experience. Specifications of Crompton Arno Neo 15-L 5 Star Rated Storage Water Heater Capacity: 15 litres Energy Rating: 5 Star Tank Material: Stainless Steel Heating Element: Advanced Copper Safety Features: Multi-functional …

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Prepare draft policy circular for interfaith couples’ safety: HC to State

The Hindu

The Bombay High Court on Monday has asked the Maharashtra Social Justice and Home Department to prepare the draft policy circular for the safety and protection of inter-faith and inter-religion couples in Maharashtra. The State guest houses also have a police presence, so the State government does not have to deploy additional force to provide protection to the couples.” The …

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Steady progress on Pune Metro phase 1 extension from PCMC to Nigdi

Hindustan Times

The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation has started work on the phase 1 extension of the Pune Metro from Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation to Nigdi in September, and is making steady progress on the same. With passenger services on the existing phase 1 metro lines receiving good response, the Maha-Metro has initiated extensions at both ends of phase 1 – northward toward …

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188 villages in Andhra Pradesh covered under GWMR Scheme: Jal Shakti Minister

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, in a written reply to a query posed by MPs Kesineni Sivanath and D Prasada Rao in the Lok Sabha, said 188 villages in Andhra Pradesh are under the Groundwater Management and Regulation Scheme. This initiative includes continuous monitoring of groundwater levels and quality, alongside mapping 1.41 lakh sq km under the National …

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India can’t develop without its women: Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma

New Indian Express

HYDERABAD: Urging women to become job providers and not just seekers, Governor Jishnu Dev Varma said the nation cannot develop without the participation of women. Women, who make up half of our society, are essential to this collective effort.” Asserting that the real Indian culture exists in rural areas, Varma said the Mahila Shakti Bazar not only supports business but …

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Zakir Hussain laid to rest in San Francisco, drummer Anandan Sivamani pays tribute at final tites | WATCH

Zakir Hussain: Legacy of a Global Music Revolutionary

Shiva Shakti: Naga Chaitanya, Sai Pallavi's Thandel song to be launched in Varanasi

Mahati Kannan and Ramya Venkataraman explored the concept of Shakti through well-researched pieces

Ustad Zakir Hussain's last concert, Shakti's big loss – music fam and friends pay homage to the late tabla legend

Mushtaq Khan's Kidnappers Wanted To Kidnap Shakti Kapoor After Inviting Him To Meerut. This Is Why They Couldn't

Tabla Legend Zakir Hussain Dies: Grammy Winner, Global Music Pioneer Was 73

Zakir Hussain, legendary tabla virtuoso, dies at 73, tributes pour in

Shakti Kapoor was on list of gang that kidnapped 'Welcome' actor: UP Police

Remembering Ustad Zakir Hussain: The 'Shakti' that took tabla and Indian classical music global

'Wah, Ustad!': Zakir Hussain gave tabla new identity, fused music to make magic

Remembering Ustad Zakir Hussain: The 'Shakti' that took tabla and Indian classical music global

Zakir Hussain, Grammy-winning tabla player and classical Indian composer, dies at 73

Geyser for bathroom: Find efficient, budget-friendly options from AO Smith, Bajaj, Havells for hot water all year round

If reliable hot water supply is a priority this winter, the best Bajaj geysers offer quick heating with energy savings

Gati Shakti empowering country: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

Warm up this season with the best geysers from trusted brands on Amazon and save up to 55%

Shakti Pumps shares hit 5% upper circuit on ₹754 crore solar water pumping system order

Odisha: SHG workers hit street over unpaid dues; BJD comes out in support

Battle cold wave with these 15 litres water heaters that are perfect for small families

Prepare draft policy circular for interfaith couples’ safety: HC to State

Steady progress on Pune Metro phase 1 extension from PCMC to Nigdi

188 villages in Andhra Pradesh covered under GWMR Scheme: Jal Shakti Minister

India can’t develop without its women: Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma