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On this news report, the focus is on a significant announcement from the Indian music industry involving renowned singer Arijit Singh. The Unidentified speaker highlights that the singer, widely considered the leading voice in the industry today, has taken to his Instagram account to share a major career update. Singh has stated that he is 'not going to take any new playback assignments' for the time being. During the broadcast, the speaker notes that Singh expressed his gratitude to his listeners for their constant support throughout his career. The programme showcases visuals of the singer while expressing a hope that he might reconsider his decision, emphasizing that 'music is eternal.' The report concludes with a traditional sign-off, reflecting on the singer's established legacy and the stir his announcement has caused among fans and the music fraternity. This update marks a potential pause in the prolific output of one of India's most successful contemporary vocalists.
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