Legendary classical vocalist Pandit Jasraj breathed his last yesterday (17th AUgust) in New Jersey (USA). He was 90 years old. He was the recipient of the Padma Shri in 1975, Padma Bhushan in 1990, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2000. He is survived by his wife, Madhura (daughter of acclaimed filmmaker V. Shantaram), music director-son, Sharang Dev, and actress-daughter, Durga Jasraj.
Just last year, a minor planet between Mars and Jupiter was named after the world-renowned singer.