Singer Usha Uthup Iyer, celebrated for her versatility in pop, filmi, jazz, and playback genres during the late 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, earned accolades with the Padma Bhushan in 2024. Born on November 8, 1947, into a Brahmin Iyer family in Mumbai, her diverse career includes singing in nightclubs, Bollywood hits, and international performances. Married…

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Alka Misra serves as the Chairperson at Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), contributing to the development and enhancement of skills in the state.