March 21, 2018 10:29 am
Ustad Bismillah Khan was born on this day in 1916. He was a recipient of the Bharat Ratna (2001), Padma Bhushan (1968), Padma Vibhushan (1980) and the Padma Shri (1961). Even today his music is played during Republic Day celebrations.
September 11, 2014 2:55 am
The dispute is between the maestro’s youngest and eldest sons.
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Before reaching Kutchehry to file the papers, Modi would also garland the statues of Swami Vivekanand and Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar.
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The state government announced plans to open a shehnai academy in Lucknow.
March 04, 2013 3:47 am
Rang Virasats new production Palayan brings on stage issues of migration and displacement.
July 22, 2012 2:48 am
Bismillah Khan took good care of the Indian boxing team as they trained for the London Olympics
January 08, 2012 3:54 am
With a simple bamboo stick,Ustad Bismillah Khan could captivate millions.
January 07, 2012 12:08 am
With his simple bamboo stick,Ustad Bismillah Khan could captivate millions of listeners.
April 17, 2011 5:26 am
As election frenzy grips the city,it is surprising to find a small community immune to it.
March 21, 2018 9:11 pm
Remembering shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan, on the occasion of his 102nd birth anniversary. One of India’s most famed musicians, Khan is also referred as Ustad, or master, a title given to him as an honorary appreciation for his work.




