Kanye West’s Delhi concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, set for May 23, has been cancelled after being postponed once from March 29 amid rising socio-political tensions. Ticket holders received a text from organisers confirming the cancellation and outlining a refund process. White Fox, the organiser, said “directives issued by officials” make Ye live in India unable to proceed, citing safety concerns. The show was close to selling out, with tickets reportedly priced up to ₹30,000, prompting anger online.
India’s music streaming market is accelerating as paid subscribers jump and free users decline. Streamers credit affordable pricing, telecom bundles, and smoother payments for bringing more listeners into paid tiers. Companies are also leaning into regional catalogs and improved audio quality, while live events are emerging as the next big differentiator to keep growth going.
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