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Why Pankaj Udhas was concerned about the future of ghazals in pop culture

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Pankaj Udhas’ name is synonymous with ghazals. The Padma Shri recipient and playback singer breathed his last at 72 on Monday. His family said the singer died after a prolonged illness. (Also Read: Pankaj Udhas songs: 5 most memorable melodies of the celebrated ghazal singer) Pankaj Udhas died at 72 Pankaj on state of ghazals … Read more

Made of Chennai | Celebrate Madras through rare photos, music, culture and food

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The Hindu Archival Exhibit The year is 1949. Crowds swell outside The Hindu’s office on Mount Road on a hot afternoon to keep track of the latest test cricket score, as the national newspaper’s office staff manually update the scoreboard from the building’s balcony. In the backdrop, daily life goes on as a tram passes … Read more