Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan sanctions Rs one lakh for the singer.
Begum, 80, wasn't keeping well since last few years.
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The officials identified the deceased as Ashwani Sharma (24), his brother Dwarka Nath (55), niece Virta Devi (26) and their guest Om Raj (38), a resident of Banshara in Rajgarh. The rescuers are searching for Sharma's sister-in-law, Bidya Devi (55).
Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja was among the first to post Eid greetings on his social media handles.
'I am determined now to celebrate all festivals together.' 'People don't respond much when you try to convince them by talking about principles of secularism etc. But if we revive our shared cultural practices, specially food, we may get a better response.'
Legendary Mubarak Begum looks back at happier times.
Patcy N/ Rediff.com had spoken to Mubarak Begum back in 2011. We republish the interview.
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During the lunch or tea breaks, Maharajji, Manikda, Amjad Khan and I often sat together as Maharajji sang old compositions or recited some bols. Amjad Khan had a great music sense and sang very well.
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