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Inside Bappi Lahiri’s 40-year-old house: 1,000 Ganesha idols, a gold chair, Kishore Kumar’s last photo and rare 100-Year-old instruments | Bollywood News

Inside Bappi Lahiri’s 40-year-old house: 1,000 Ganesha idols, a gold chair, Kishore Kumar’s last photo and rare 100-Year-old instruments | Bollywood News

5 min readNew DelhiMar 26, 2026 10:53 PM IST Bappi Lahiri may no longer be with us, but his legacy continues to echo through music—and within the walls of his Mumbai home. Recently, his grandson offered a glimpse into the iconic residence the singer reportedly purchased in 1983 for Rs 19.32 lakh. Today, the house is priceless—not in monetary terms alone, but for the memories, awards, photographs, and fan-made art it holds. A devout follower of Lord Ganesha, Bappi made it a ritual to visit Siddhivinayak before every major project, especially music tours. His faith is deeply reflected in his home, which houses over 1,000 Ganesha idols collected over the years. The sitting area in Bappi Lahiri’s house.(Photo: Pinkvilla/YouTube) Speaking to Pinkvilla, Bappi Lahiri’s grandson Rego shared, “My grandfather bought this house in 1983 after showing it to dadaji.” From the outside, the house appears serene in white, complemented by a traditional verandah. Inside, it opens into a spacious sitting area adorned with awards and records spanning his illustrious career—from the first medal he won …

NASA’s Europa Clipper Probe Begins Deploying Science Instruments on Way to Jupiter

NASA’s Europa Clipper Probe Begins Deploying Science Instruments on Way to Jupiter

NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft has begun deploying its scientific instruments during its journey to Jupiter. The probe, launched on October 14, 2023 aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Centre, is set to study Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons. Europa is believed to possess a subsurface ocean, potentially harbouring conditions suitable for life. According to NASA, the spacecraft has travelled over 13 million miles (20 million kilometres) since its launch, moving at 35 kilometres per second relative to the Sun. Instrument Deployment and Purpose The spacecraft has successfully extended two major instruments, the magnetometer’s boom and several radar antennas, according to NASA reports. The magnetometer, deployed on an 8.5-metre boom, will measure Europa’s magnetic field, aiding in confirming the existence of an underground ocean while providing details about its depth and salinity. The radar antennas, part of the Radar for Europa Assessment and Sounding: Ocean to Near-surface (REASON) instrument, include four high-frequency antennas measuring 17.6 metres each and eight smaller antennas. These components are designed to analyse Europa’s icy crust. Jordan Evans, project …

NASA Europa Clipper Advances Toward Jupiter’s Moon, Instruments Successfully Deployed

NASA Europa Clipper Advances Toward Jupiter’s Moon, Instruments Successfully Deployed

NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft, launched on October 14, 2024, is now moving at 35 kilometres per second and has travelled more than 13 million miles from Earth as reported by NASA. Designed for an ambitious mission to study Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, the spacecraft is expected to arrive in the Jupiter system in 2030. Following its arrival, the mission will embark on a series of 49 close flybys of Europa to gather data on the moon’s subsurface ocean and assess its potential to support life. Spacecraft’s Instruments Undergo Deployment and Testing After its deployment from a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, the Europa Clipper’s vast solar arrays—each stretching the length of a basketball court—were successfully extended, NASA revealed. The magnetometer boom, a 28-foot (8.5-metre) component designed to measure Europa’s magnetic field, was also deployed. This will help scientists examine the depth and salinity of the ocean thought to lie beneath Europa’s icy shell. Subsequent stages included the deployment of several radar antennas, which will aid in examining Europa’s ice layer. According to Jordan Evans, the Europa …

6 Indian singers and their signature instruments

India`s music industry is as diverse and rich as its culture. Over the years, we`ve witnessed numerous musicians who have mastered various instruments, contributing significantly to the global recognition of Indian music. These artists are not only charismatic and talented but also possess the ability to mesmerize listeners with their melodious voices and instrumental prowess. Here are 6 Indian singers known for their association with specific instruments: Gurdas Maan: A legendary figure from Punjab, Gurdas Maan has elevated Indian music to the global stage, maintaining his dominance in the Indian music industry for decades. He is known for introducing the dafli into his performances, an instrument that has become synonymous with his name. The heartwarming story behind how he started playing the dafli adds a unique charm to his persona. To this day, Maan is the only singer who incorporates the dafli in each of his live shows, making it an integral part of his performances. AR Rahman: Known as the “Mozart of Madras,” AR Rahman is a musical genius who has mastered a variety …

Wear blue and bring instruments like dhol: Cricket Australia urges Indian fans for Border-Gavaskar Trophy later in the year | Cricket News

During the highly-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy later this year, Indian fans in Australia will be able to cheer for Team India in dedicated seats in special “fan zones” set aside at every venue by Cricket Australia. Rohit Sharma’s side will play Australia in a five-match Test series, starting from November 22, 2024 and ending on January 7, 2025. The first Test will be held at Perth Stadium, the second at Adelaide Oval, the third one at Brisbane’s Gabba. The last two Tests will be hosted at MCG in Melbourne (the Boxing Day Test) and SCG in Sydney (the first Test of 2025). The second Test in Adelaide, starting on December 6, has been designated as a Day-Night Test. A statement from Cricket Australia said: “Aligned with Cricket Australia’s Multicultural Action Plan, the fan zones will foster an inclusive environment for Indian cricket fans and create an electrifying atmosphere. Once they are on sale, fans are encouraged to secure their seats in the Indian fan zones and help enhance the vibrant atmosphere by donning blue attire and …

RBI Issues Alert Against Prepaid Payment Instruments By Illegal Entities

The RBI has issued a red alert against TalkCharge Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Representational) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday cautioned the public against Prepaid Payment Instruments issued by unauthorised entities. “Members of public are urged to exercise utmost caution while using websites/ applications, and parting with their money to any such unauthorised entity,” the RBI said. Members of the public should verify and satisfy themselves that the website/ application used or the entity they are dealing with is authorised to carry out the activity it performs, it said. The list of authorised payment system providers/ authorised payment system operators is displayed on RBI website. The RBI has issued a red alert against TalkCharge Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a company having its registered office at Sohna Road, Sector 48, Gurgaon in Haryana which is issuing Prepaid Payment Instruments (Wallets) through its website and app without obtaining the required authorisation from RBI. It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank that the entity has issued a legal notice to its customers demanding the return …

Its About Developing A Connection With The Instruments

I didn’t, The Drums Found Me: Ranjit Barot ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) He says playing the drums requires all four limbs to work together in synchronicity, creating a unique voice that is specific to the individual. That when one is on the drums, it is all about surrendering control and becoming a physical vehicle for the instrument to play through the person. Adding that one develops a relationship with the drums, and “if you have a good enough connection, they will treat you well, but if not, they may not talk to you”, Ranit Barot, one of India’s best-known percussionists says, “When every day I look at my drums before playing them, it encourages me to play more. You believe that each drum has a unique sonic marker that you absorb into your brain, and that you spend your whole life chasing the sound you hear in your mind, which is why you keep playing. “Overall, it seems like I have a deep respect and reverence for the drums and the art of …