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Renowned Santoor maestro Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya will enchant school students with his performances under the aegis of SPIC MACAY Jamshedpur, an organization dedicated to promoting classical music, dance, and art among the younger generation. The performances are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. Bharati Banerjee, coordinator of SPIC MACAY's Jamshedpur chapter, shared that Pandit Bhattacharya will be accompanied on the tabla by Jyotirmay Roy Choudhury. The schedule includes a performance at Jamshedpur Public School on Wednesday, November 27, at 11:30 AM, followed by an evening session at KPS Kadma at 6:00 PM. On Thursday, November 28, the maestro will perform at DAV Bistupur at 8:30 AM and Narbheram Hansraj School, Bistupur, at 11:00 AM. Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, a recipient of numerous national and international awards, including honors from the Sangeet Natak Akademi, has trained under the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar and collaborated with various eminent classical musicians. Banerjee expressed gratitude to the principals and management of the participating schools for their support in fostering an appreciation for classical music, dance, and art among students.
Varanasi, Oct 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) The spiritual and musical capital of India, Kashi, was enveloped in grief on Thursday morning as news broke of the passing of Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal Mishra. The legendary vocalist, who carried the soul of Banaras in his music, breathed his last at the age of 89. All through the day, ministers, officials, disciples, and admirers streamed into his residence to pay their respects to the mortal remains of the maestro. Uttar Pradesh Minister of State Dayashankar Mishra 'Dayalu', Varanasi District Magistrate Satyendra Kumar, and Police Commissioner Saty ...Read More >
Mirzapur: Padma Vibhushan vocalist Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, a towering figure in Hindustani classical music, died early Thursday. He was 89. His daughter said Mishra breathed his last around 4 am after a prolonged illness. The vocalist had been living in Mirzapur with his youngest daughter's family for some time. Mishra's health deteriorated late Wednesday night, and he was admitted to a hospital, where he died during treatment. "He was admitted to the hospital for the last 17-18 days with age-related issues. He passed away at home this morning at around 4 am," his daughter, Namrata Mishra ...Read More >
A man from Madhya Pradesh danced at his friend's funeralHis friend had asked him to bid farewell with dance and joyA video of the moment has gone viral on social media A man from Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur district kept a heartfelt promise to his late friend by dancing during his funeral procession. A video of the moment has since gone viral on social media. In Jawasia village of Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, Ambalal Prajapat touched hearts when he danced with tears in his eyes during the final jour ...Read More >
Shahid K Abbas New Delhi, Apr 7 (UNI) There are some melodies that never fade -- they linger in the air, travel across time, and quietly return to you when you least expect them. Such was the music of Ravi Shankar, the legendary sitar virtuoso whose artistry not only defined Indian classical music for generations but carried its soul to every corner of the world. Born on April 7, 1920, and leaving behind a universe of sound on December 11, 2012, Ravi Shankar was more than a musician -- he was a ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 GW of renewable projects, while exploring new opportunities in other states. The Group has already e ...Read More >
Renowned classical vocalist and Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal Mishra died early Thursday. He was 89. IMAGE: Born in Azamgarh in 1936, Pandit Chhannulal Mishra grew up to be a doyen of Hindustani classical music, contributing immensely to such styles of the form as Khayal, Thumri, Dadra, Chaiti, Kajri, and Bhajan. Photograph: ANI Photo A family member said Mishra breathed his last around 4 am after a prolonged illness. The vocalist had been living in Mirzapur with his youngest daughter's fa ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 17: As the year draws to a close, Dharana at Shillim, India's award-winning precision wellbeing retreat presents Sankalp, a thoughtfully curated year-end passage designed for those seeking a quieter, more meaningful way to transition into the New Year. Also Read | 'Raaz' and 'Ghulam' Director Vikram Bhatt and Wife Shwetambari Sent to Judicial Custody in INR 30 Crore Fraud Case; Court Rejects Interim Bail Plea - Details Inside. Positioned as an alternative to conventional festive celebrations, Sankalp reframes the final days of the year as a moment of inte ...Read More >
Guwahati, Aug 3: Continuing his campaign trail for the second straight day in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reiterated his development pitch ahead of the upcoming September council polls, on Sunday. Reaffirming the BJP's development agenda at a public gathering in Kumarikata, Tamulpur, , the Chief Minister stated, "The BTR needs bridges, schools, and colleges. If candidates from all communities in Assam are getting government jobs in a free and transparent manner, the same must happen in BTR. The BJP will ensure inclusive growth and build a prospero ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a rare and moving display of friendship, a man from Jawasia village in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, was seen dancing through tears during the funeral procession of his closest friend, fulfilling a promise made long before death knocked. The man, 51-year-old Ambalal Prajapati, was honoring the final wish of his dear friend, 71-year-old Sohanlal Jain. As Jain's body was carried for its last rites earlier this week, Prajapati danced solemnly in front of the bier, just as his friend had asked. The emotional moment, captured on video, quickly went viral across social media platforms in ...Read More >
Prayagraj (UP), Dec 4 (PTI) In a bid to make next year's Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj a memorable experience for the devotees, the Uttar Pradesh government has lined up a series of cultural events which will blend spirituality, tradition and entertainment, officials said on Wednesday. Bollywood stars and noted artistes will enthral the devotees with their performances featuring stories from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and the divine significance of the Kumbh. Actor Ashutosh Rana will perform 'Humare Ram', while veteran actress and BJP MP Hema Malini will present a depiction of 'Ganga Avtaran', off ...Read More >
Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], September 27 (ANI): The Ministry of Education hosted a two-day Kala Utsav in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, where children from across the district participated in 12 different art categories and demonstrated their talents. The event saw enthusiastic participation from schools, with students competing in various arts, including visual and performing arts, such as clay modelling and painting, as well as music and dance. Sharing her excitement, student Uzma Rizvi said, 'A Kala Utsav program has been organised here, attracting many schools to participate in vario ...Read More >
The Ministry of Education's Kala Utsav in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, gathered students to showcase skills across 12 art categories, including visual and performing arts. With enthusiastic participation, the event also celebrated cultural diversity, while the national scene applauded achievements in visual arts in an awards ceremony in New Delhi. The Ministry of Education orchestrated a vibrant Kala Utsav in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, drawing children from across the district to participate in 12 ...Read More >
PUNE, India, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the year draws to a close, Dharana at Shillim, India's award-winning precision wellbeing retreat presents Sankalp, a thoughtfully curated year-end passage designed for those seeking a quieter, more meaningful way to transition into the New Year. Positioned as an alternative to conventional festive celebrations, Sankalp reframes the final days of the year as a moment of intentional closure and conscious arrival. Rooted in the philosophy of Sankalp, an inner vow rather than a fleeting resolution, the experience invites guests to pause, realign, and ...Read More >