Zakir Hussain
Zakir Hussain is a renowned Indian tabla virtuoso and composer celebrated for his mastery of traditional Indian music and collaborations with various global artists, including Charles Lloyd. His innovative approach to rhythm and sound has made him a significant figure in both Indian classical and contemporary music scenes.
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Zakir Hussain was a legendary tabla player and composer who played a central role in Dayanita Singh's artistic development.
Die Kunst, Fotografie neu zu denken
Switzerland· 2025-10-16
Zakir Hussain is honored in a concert tribute at the Philharmonie.
Indische Tradition trifft auf westliche Einflüsse – Brückenschläge in der Philharmonie Luxemburgs
Luxembourg· 2025-10-15
Zakir Hussain, the GBDMA Director General, stated that machinery has been mobilised to clear the Gilgit-Shandur road.
Many areas in GB’s Ghizer cut off for 5th day as Gilgit-Shandur road remains blocked - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-08-26
Gilgit-Baltistan Disaster Management Authority (GBDMA) Director General Zakir Hussain, in a statement, said the National Highway Authority’s machinery had been mobilised to clear the Shandur road.
Govt rushes evacuations as Punjab rivers in ‘high flood’ - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-08-26
Zakir Hussain is the Director General of GB Disaster Management Authority who discussed the standard operating procedures for the lake.
GB lake formed by glacial outburst ‘poses no danger’: govt - PakistanPakistan· 2025-08-24
Zakir Hussain is the director general of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority and warned about the potential catastrophic floods from the lake.
Pakistan lake formed by mountain mudslide threatens 'catastrophic' floods
Guyana· 2025-08-23
Zakir Hussain told Dawn that teams of GBDMA provide relief to affected areas round the clock.
Villages submerged as Punjab braces for more downpour - PakistanPakistan· 2025-07-29
Zakir Hussain is the petitioner in a case regarding the treatment of junior judges by higher court judges.
جج کی تحقیر عدلیہ پر عوام کے اعتماد کو متاثر کرتی ہے: سپریم کورٹPakistan· 2025-07-18
Zakir Hussain, the DG of GB Disaster Management Authority, stated that climate change had altered the behaviour of glaciers.
Situationer: ‘Unprecedented melting’ in G-B - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-07-17
GBDMA DG Zakir Hussain, along with Nagar Deputy Commissioner Asghar Khan and other officials, visited the affected sites in Nagar district.
Cloudburst flooding damages homes, blocks roads in GB - PakistanPakistan· 2025-07-13
Zakir Hussain, the head of GBDMA, said the authority has mobilised machinery to reopen roads blocked by flooding.
Extreme heat, rain trigger flooding in Punjab, GB - PakistanPakistan· 2025-07-09
Zakir Hussain noted that the beautification work has started presenting a new look to Srinagar Highway.
With help from Azeri friends, Islamabad all set to turn new page - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-06-03
Zakir Hussain expressed frustration over the disruptions caused by political rallies affecting local businesses.
ढाकामा दिनहुँ प्रदर्शन, जनजीवन अस्तव्यस्त- विश्व
Nepal· 2025-05-29
Gilgit-Baltistan Disaster Management Authority Director General Zakir Hussain briefed the delegation on various projects.
Landslides continue in GB even as rains subside - PakistanPakistan· 2025-04-23
Zakir Hussain was a renowned chef from Pakistan who passed away at the age of 58 in Karachi.
معروف شیف ذاکر حسین انتقال کر گئےPakistan· 2025-04-21
Dr Zakir Hussain, Chief Conservator Parks and Wildlife for Gilgit-Baltistan, stated that the sighting was a win for conservation efforts.
Rare sighting of four snow leopards together sparks frenzy of excitement
United States· 2025-03-18
Zakir Hussain collaborated with Charles Lloyd during his time with ECM Records.
Charles Lloyd at 87: A lifetime of Jazz, reinvention, and musical exploration
Kenya· 2025-03-16
