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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Plane with 6 people on board crashes in muddy field in upstate New York
Copake (US), Apr 13 (AP): A twin-engine plane with six people on board crashed on Saturday in a muddy field in upstate New York, authorities said.
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 report around noon, according to Undersheriff Jacqueline Salvatore, who said the crash was fatal but declined to reveal how many people died.
The Federal Aviation Administration said the Mitsubishi MU-2B with six people on the flight was headed to Columbia County Airport near Hudson, but crashed about 30 miles (48 kilometers) away near Copake.
“It's in the middle of a field and it's pretty muddy, so accesibility is difficult,” Salvatore said during a news conference near the scene about 50 miles (80 kilometers) south of Albany.
The National Transportation Safety Board said it had deployed an investigation team, which was expected to arrive Saturday night.
