As India bid an emotional farewell to legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, pictures of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan saying a ‘dua’ at the cremation ground won hearts on social media, while also triggering a controversy.

Renowned Indian singer Asha Bhosle has put up a heartbreakingly cute childhood photograph on Instagram, where she can be seen with her sister, Lata Mangeshkar, who passed away yesterday. 

Among the myriad chapters of legendary playback singer Lata Mangeshkar’s illustrious career, one that’s close to Bangladesh’s heart is the key role she played in mobilising funds and international opinion in favour of our Liberation War in 1971.

1. Lata Mangeshkar’s first recorded song was “Naachu Yaa Gade, Khelu Saari Mani Haus Bhaari” in 1942 for the Marathi movie, “Kiti Hasaal.” However, the song was removed from the film’s final cut.

Every year on my birthday, she would send me a sari: Runa Laila

As celebrations of Saraswati Puja ended, the world incurred the irrevocable loss of the ‘Saraswati’ of music, the next morning.

Lata Mangeshkar’s voice is immortal.

Legendary playback singer Lata Mangeshkar, who passed away in Mumbai today, played a key role in mobilising funds and international opinions in favour of Bangladesh's Liberation War in 1971 by travelling to different cities in Indian Air Force planes.

Legendary Indian singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away in Mumbai earlier today, at the age of 92 due to multi-organ failure. The versatile singer, christened the Nightingale of India, had lent her voice to thousands of songs in 36 languages in a career spanning almost eight decades. Leading personalities from all walks of life paid rich tributes to her.

The world mourns the loss of musical legend Lata Mangeshkar, irrespective of nationality. Eminent Bangladeshi singer Sabina Yasmin is also shocked at her passing.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today expressed profound shock and sorrow at the death of Lata Mangeshkar, one of the most venerated singers in the subcontinent.

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away today at the age of 92. India’s Nightingale mesmerised everyone with her golden voice.

Lata Mangeshkar- An artiste born but once in centuries, a divine voice, an exceptional Didi, full of warmth, a melodious voice of unparalleled ability to mesmerise people.

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away today at the age of 92, her sister Usha Mangeshkar said.

A mellifluous songstress from India, Madhubanti Bagchi is a rising star in both Tollywood and Bollywood. The popular singer, who started her career with “Ami Ar Amar Girlfriends” gave voice to numerous Bengali songs such as- “Kichchu Chaini Aami”, “Egiye De”, “Tomake Chai”, among others.

Renowned Indian playback singer Lata Mangeshkar's health condition has deteriorated again.

Government grant-winning film, “Adventure of Sundarban”, based on Dr Muhammad Zafar Iqbal’s novel “Ratuler Raat, Ratuler Din”, and directed by Abu Raihan Jewel, stars Pori Moni and Siam Ahmed in the lead roles.

Prithwi Raj’s last composition, Rabindro Sangeet song “Ekul Okul” was released yesterday.

Shahrukh Kabir, a young singer from Bangladesh, released a song titled, “Jonmo Kotha” on Victory Day 2017. He earned high praise from renowned singer-songwriter Kabir Suman for his powerful voice. “Jonmo Kotha” became quite popular upon its release.

Twenty-four eminent personalities will get the country's second highest civilian award, the Ekushey Padak, this year in recognition of their contributions to various fields.