Indian ghazal singer Jagjit Singh dies aged 70

October 10, 2011

Indian singer  died today at 8:10 am  after a  at the age of 70.

He was admitted to in Mumbai just before a scheduled performance on September 23. Despite surgery, he remained on life support.

Called "The Ghazal King", he sang in several languages. He also received the award. His death was the top story on most Pakistani news agencies' websites.