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Renowned Padma Shri awardee doctor Mani Chhetri passes away at 105

Renowned Padma Shri awardee doctor Mani Chhetri passes away at 105

The Padma Shri awardee doctor breathed his last at 10:15 pm on Sunday at his home in Ballygunge Place, after his condition deteriorated rapidly due to a head injury he suffered fifteen days ago

06 April,2026 02:20 PM IST | Kolkata | IANS
Adnan Sami returns with new music as Zee Music expands indie roster

Adnan Sami returns with new music as Zee Music expands indie roster

Zee Music Company has signed iconic singer and composer Adnan Sami exclusively for non-film music, alongside contemporary pop artist and producer QARAN. The move marks a strategic expansion by the label beyond Bollywood soundtracks

12 March,2026 07:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
From 'langda' taunts to Paralympics gold: Praveen Kumar's inspiring journey

From 'langda' taunts to Paralympics gold: Praveen Kumar's inspiring journey

Paris Paralympics gold medal-winning high jumper Praveen Kumar remembers the cruel barbs that set him on his remarkable journey

26 February,2026 06:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Hemal Ashar
At 92, Bhiklya Dhinda carries Palghar’s tarpa legacy across India

At 92, Bhiklya Dhinda carries Palghar’s tarpa legacy across India

A trip to Palghar to meet Bhiklya Dhinda, who was recently conferred the Padma Shri, reveals the deep significance of the tarpa, and its uncertain future. Closer to home, two Aarey residents are keeping the tradition alive

14 February,2026 11:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble

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