New Delhi, Feb 7 (PTI) Rajya Sabha proceedings were on Monday adjourned for an hour after paying homage to legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu read out an obituary reference after which MPs stood as a mark of respect to the memory of the departed.

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He adjourned the proceedings for an hour thereafter.

The iconic singer passed away on Sunday in Mumbai.PTI ANZ

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