Renowned Konkani singer Claud D'Souza passes away
Mangaluru, Jul 24: Noted Konkani singer, songwriter and composer Claud D'Souza passed away here on Monday after a brief illness, family sources said.
He was 67 and is survived by wife and two children.
D'Souza is famous for his contributions to the Konkani music world and his association with Konkani legend Wilfy Rebimbus.
With an impressive career spanning 61 musical nites,' he showcased his talent in playing musical instruments like the drums and guitar. He was highly regarded as a compere and a skilled actor-director in Konkani stage shows.
Having made his first appearance in Wilfy Rebimbus' shows from the 75th Wilfy Nite, D'Souza became an integral part of the troupe. He had accomplished himself as a writer, director, and actor, with over 40 Konkani stage plays on social, historical and religious themes to his credit.
He has earned several accolades and awards including the Sandesha' award' and the Karnataka Sahitya Academy award.
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Rajasthan continues to reel under intense cold wave
Jaipur (PTI): Rajasthan continued to reel under an intense cold wave as icy northwesterly winds swept across large parts of the state.
Fatehpur in the Sikar district remained the coldest place in the state on Wednesday night at 1.6 degrees Celsius, followed by Nagaur at 1.9 degrees.
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Lunkaransar in Bikaner recorded 3.5 degrees Celsius. Dausa recorded a minimum of 4.4 degrees, Churu 4.9 degrees and Alwar 5 degrees Celsius, according to the Met department. Vanasthali in Tonk recorded a minimum of 5.2 degrees Celsius, while Pali and Jhunjhunu stood at 5.7 degrees each. Pilani recorded 5.8 degrees and Ajmer 6.5 degrees Celsius.
In Jaipur, chilly winds pushed the temperature down to 8.8 degrees Celsius, while Jaisalmer recorded 10.9 degrees and Pratapgarh 12.4 degrees Celsius.
Meanwhile, tea stalls did brisk business while bonfires were seen at several public places on Wednesday night and Thursday morning as residents struggled to cope with the chill.
The Met department said cold wave conditions are likely to continue, with night temperatures expected to remain below normal at several places over the next few days.
