Grammys 2024: Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain win trophies 

At the 66th Grammy Awards, singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan and Indian tabla legend Zakir Hussain were recognised for their contributions to the worldwide fusion music scene with Grammy prizes.

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