Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ustad Zakir Hussain, the legendary tabla maestro, who passed away on December 16, 2024. In a heartfelt tribute, Modi praised Hussain’s immense contribution to Indian classical music, emphasizing his role in bringing the tabla to global recognition. Calling him a “true genius,” the Prime Read More…
Renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain has passed away at the age of 73 while receiving treatment in a San Francisco hospital. Hussain, who had been battling a heart-related ailment, was celebrated worldwide for his pioneering contributions to Indian classical music and fusion genres. Born to the legendary tabla virtuoso Ustad Allah Rakha, Zakir Hussain Read More…