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2024’s greatest losses: A year of farewells to luminaries across music, cinema, politics, sports and the arts

The year 2024 has been marked by the loss of remarkable individuals across diverse fields, including music, cinema, politics, sports, and the arts. Legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, who revolutionized Indian classical music, was among the notable figures we lost this year. The realm of politics was also touched by loss with the passing of renowned leaders like K. Natwar …

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6 days, 3 hours ago

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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1 week ago

Zakir Hussain: The tabla maestro who almost played cricket

India Today

Zakir Hussain's journey to becoming a world-renowned tabla virtuoso is one of passion, sacrifice, and a love for cricket that nearly diverted him from his true calling. Here's a little known story of how cricket dominated Zakir Hussain's dream in his childhood. Zakir recalls a pivotal moment when his father, concerned that his son's budding cricket career might harm his …

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1 week, 1 day ago

What Is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? How This Lung Condition Zakir Hussain Suffered From Is Diagnosed

ABP News

By Dr. Mahavir Modi The demise of renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain on December 15 brought to light a previously lesser-known health condition that affects your lungs. Known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, it is a long-term, gradually worsening disease that results in lung tissue becoming gradually fibrotic, and it becomes difficult for a person to breathe as well as …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Exploring unknown facts about Ustad Zakir Hussain; from getting married in secret to teenage rockstar dreams

Hindustan Times

At the age of 73, renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15. Renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15 His teenage rock and roll dreams In conversation with Simi, Ustad Hussain candidly shared that his early aspirations were far from the tabla. Rhythms instead of prayers Zakir Hussain’s father, the legendary tabla …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Did you know Zakir Hussain beat Amitabh Bachchan at ‘sexiest man’ title in 1994?

Hindustan Times

Zakir Hussain, to the world, will always be known as the tabla maestro with a big smile on his face. Zakir's title of sexiest man Zakir was voted the “sexiest man” by women readers of the Indian magazine Gentleman in 1994 in a competition against the likes of Amitabh Bachchan. I think they were equally shocked and surprised that I …

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Indian music legend Zakir Hussain dies aged 73

Al Jazeera

Tabla player brought Indian classical music to the world, collaborating with greats like former Beatle George Harrison. Legendary Indian musician Zakir Hussain, considered the greatest tabla player of his generation, has died. By 18, he was winning international acclaim for his dazzling solo performances, going on to collaborate with musical giants like former Beatle George Harrison, jazz saxophonist Charles Lloyd …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Celebrating Zakir Hussain: Lesser known stories about India's tabla icon

India Today

The story of Zakir Hussain, the 'ustad' who became India's leading tabla icon of his generation, begins with a remarkable initiation. THE FUSION ERA: WHERE INDIAN CLASSICAL MET THE WORLD Zakir Hussain’s genius lay in his ability to transcend genres. GRAMMY GLORY AND GLOBAL RECOGNITION Zakir Hussain made history in 2024 by becoming the first Indian artist to win three …

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4 months ago

‘If Evidence Given, Terrorism Won’t Be Condoned’: On India Visit, Malaysian PM's Take On Zakir Naik Extradition

News 18

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday said that if “evidence is submitted” terrorism “will not be condoned” when questioned about the extradition of Zakir Naik. The Malaysian Prime Minister also said that one case should not deter Malaysia and India from enhancing their bilateral relationship. “We are open to any ideas and if evidence is submitted, we will not …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Honoured: Darshan Doshi to perform at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival

Hindustan Times

Drummer-composer Darshan Doshi, who is known for touring with musicians Salim–Sulaiman, Farhan Akhtar and Diljit Dosanjh, among others, is set to represent India at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2024. I have seen my favourite artistes and bands playing at some of the biggest jazz festivals abroad and I always wanted to share my original music with people outside …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Music without borders: On the Grammys

The Hindu

Time stood still twice at the 66th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday when iconic singer-songwriters Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman took the stage to tell stories one more time through music. While the 80-year-old Mitchell, who had suffered a life-threatening aneurysm some years ago, performed her 1968 song, ‘Both Sides Now’, Tracy Chapman, 59, accompanied by her guitar and Luke …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian music’s triumphant outing at Grammy 2024

The Hindu

The cheers and claps that echoed through the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4 have died down. Watch | Grammys 2024 | Shakti wins Best Global Music Album * Indian classical music is neither staid nor constrictive. Watch | Selva Ganesh And Vikku Vinayakram On Grammy win * Instrumental music, which is normally accorded secondary position in the …

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1 year, 4 months ago

As Congress announces phase 2 of Bharat Jodo Yatra, a look back at phase 1

Op India

Call it misplaced faith in the Gandhi name or overconfidence, the Congress has announced the second leg of Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Yatra which will begin from Gujarat and conclude in Meghalaya. 2 November, 2022: Daughter of Zakir Naik’s sympathiser joins Rahul Gandhi Former Bollywood actress and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt had joined Rahul Gandhi in his container rally called ‘Bharat …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Zakir Naik May be Deported: About Radical Preacher Who Said 'All Muslims Should be Terrorists'

News 18

Zakir Naik, a radical Islamist preacher, is likely to be deported from Oman, sources told News18. Read the full report here Amid the development, take a look at who Zakir Naik and why he ran into trouble with Indian authorities: Why is Naik Banned in India As per reports, that India banned Naik’s Islamic Research Foundation in the latter half …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Zakir Naik in FIFA World Cup: Why Europe and Qatar Should Stop Lecturing India on Trade Relations and Religious Tolerance

News 18

“Today I have very strong feelings. Qatar earlier summoned an Indian envoy to explain the controversial remarks by an Indian leader in the name of “respect” for all religions; however, inviting a known hate-speech propagandist as a dignitary during FIFA World Cup nothing but showcases its glaring hypocrisy on the world stage. Is FIFA World Cup 2022 a botched attempt …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Zakir Hussain pays touching tribute to friend Pandit Shivkumar Sharma at funeral, fans say 'this is my India'. See pic

Hindustan Times

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain has paid a heartwarming tribute to santoor maestro Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. In another picture, the tabla maestro is seen standing alone with folded hands near the funeral pyre of Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. Reacting to the post, a fan wrote, “Yes, This is my india.” Zakir Hussain gave a tribute to Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. Pandit Shivkumar Sharma, …

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3 years, 5 months ago

Jamaat-e-Islami is receiving funds from Saudi Arabia to ‘Islamise’ India

Op India

An audio clip of senior Malayalam journalist MP Basheer, the former editorial head of the now-defunct news outlet – Indiavision, has gone viral on the internet, in which the Kerala-based journalist made sensational disclosure regarding how radical Islamic organisations across the world are financing projects that promote Islamism in India. In a sensational disclosure, Basheer said that he had accessed …

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2024’s greatest losses: A year of farewells to luminaries across music, cinema, politics, sports and the arts

Zakir Hussain: Legacy of a Global Music Revolutionary

Zakir Hussain: The tabla maestro who almost played cricket

What Is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? How This Lung Condition Zakir Hussain Suffered From Is Diagnosed

Exploring unknown facts about Ustad Zakir Hussain; from getting married in secret to teenage rockstar dreams

Did you know Zakir Hussain beat Amitabh Bachchan at ‘sexiest man’ title in 1994?

Indian music legend Zakir Hussain dies aged 73

Celebrating Zakir Hussain: Lesser known stories about India's tabla icon

‘If Evidence Given, Terrorism Won’t Be Condoned’: On India Visit, Malaysian PM's Take On Zakir Naik Extradition

Honoured: Darshan Doshi to perform at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival

Music without borders: On the Grammys

Indian music’s triumphant outing at Grammy 2024

As Congress announces phase 2 of Bharat Jodo Yatra, a look back at phase 1

Zakir Naik May be Deported: About Radical Preacher Who Said 'All Muslims Should be Terrorists'

Zakir Naik in FIFA World Cup: Why Europe and Qatar Should Stop Lecturing India on Trade Relations and Religious Tolerance

Zakir Hussain pays touching tribute to friend Pandit Shivkumar Sharma at funeral, fans say 'this is my India'. See pic

Jamaat-e-Islami is receiving funds from Saudi Arabia to ‘Islamise’ India