Singer-composer Bappi Lahiri passes away at 69
Mumbai(PTI): Singer-composer Bappi Lahiri, who popularised disco music in India in the 80s and 90s, has died following multiple health issues, a doctor treating him said on Wednesday. He was 69.
Lahiri died on Tuesday night at the CritiCare Hospital in Juhu.
"Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight," Dr Deepak Namjoshi, director of the hospital, told PTI.
The singer-composer, a familiar figure for many with his trademark gold chains that he wore for luck and his sunglasses, was known for his songs in several films of the late 70s-80s. These included "Chalte Chalte", "Disco Dancer", and "Sharaabi".
His last Bollywood song was Bhankas for the 2020 film "Baaghi 3".
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Modi greets former PM HD Deve Gowda on his 92nd birthday
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New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted former PM and Janata Dal (Secular) president HD Deve Gowda on his birthday on Sunday.
Deve Gowda, who served as prime minister between June 1996 and April 1997, turned 92 on Sunday.
In an X post, Modi said Gowda is widely respected for his statesman-like approach and passion towards public service.
"Birthday wishes to our former Prime Minister, Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji. He is widely respected for his statesman-like approach and passion towards public service," Modi wrote.
"His wisdom and insights on several issues are a source of great strength. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life," he added.
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