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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 ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 7 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday paid tribute to legendary sitarist Pandit Ravi Shankar on his birth anniversary, calling him one of the foremost cultural torchbearers of Bengal's Renaissance and a pride of Bengal and Bengalis. In a post on X, CM Banerjee highlighted that the rapturous melodies of Pandit Ravi Shankar's music have introduced Indian classical music to a new global recognition. Also Read | Kanpur S*x Racket: Rohit ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Chennai-based music composer Ramesh Vinayakam and his family, where he explored the "Gamaka Box Notation System," a patented innovation designed to preserve and globalise Indian classical music. The meeting, which lasted approximately 40 minutes at the ITC Grand Chola hotel in Chennai, saw the Prime Minister engaging in a hands-on demonstration of the system. Ramesh Vinayakam, who has dedicated his life t ...Read More >
Chennai, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) In the midst of a gruelling election campaign schedule, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a unique cultural interaction in Chennai, meeting renowned composer Ramesh Vinayakam and witnessing a first-hand innovative system aimed at transforming the way Indian classical music is documented and taught. Vinayakam, who has dedicated his life to promoting Indian classical music, introduced the Prime Minister to the Gamaka Box Notation System, which he developed ...Read More >
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat. Their success is no longer just about medals--it reflects the emergence of an entire community as a force in wrestling. Of African descent, there are about 50,000 Siddis in India, of which one-third live in Karnataka. Out of the nine wrestlers represent ...Read More >
Chennai, April 4: In the midst of election campaigning in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met renowned music composer Ramesh Vinayakam and his family in Chennai, where he explored the Gamaka Box Notation System and participated in a musical session. In a post in X, PM Modi wrote, "In the midst of election campaigning, had the opportunity to meet Thiru Ramesh Vinayakam Ji and his family in Chennai. Ramesh Ji is a music composer and has devoted his life to popularising Indian ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): In the midst of election campaigning in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met renowned music composer Ramesh Vinayakam and his family in Chennai, where he explored the Gamaka Box Notation System and participated in a musical session. In a post in X, PM Modi wrote, "In the midst of election campaigning, had the opportunity to meet Thiru Ramesh Vinayakam Ji and his family in Chennai. Ramesh Ji is a music composer and has devoted his ...Read More >
Hyderabad: On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, BJP Telangana State President Ramchander Rao extended greetings to the people and underscored the timeless relevance of the teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir. On Tuesday, Rao attended the 2625th Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak Mahotsav in Secunderabad as the chief guest, an event organised by the Mahavir Jain Seva Sangh. Addressing the gathering, he described it as a matter of pride to recall the invaluable guidance of Bhagwan Mahavir, who emp ...Read More >
Smriti Mandhana's partner Palash Muchhal celebrates India's Women's World Cup win ahead of their wedding. Palash Muchhal, a music director and partner of Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana, celebrated India's first-ever ICC Women's World Cup win on social media. The final match took place at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, where India's women's cricket team defeated South Africa by 52 runs, sparking celebrations across the country. India's women's cricket team made history on November 2 by clai ...Read More >
AYODHYA: Ayodhya witnessed a unique confluence of north and south Indian culture on Wednesday as Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman joined Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath to unveil statues of south Indian saint-musicians Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandara Dasa and Arunachal Kavi at the Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar here.The ceremony, infused with devotion and south Indian rituals, saw the presence of Sitharaman's parents, adding an emotional dimension to the event. Sitharaman is ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday unveiled statues of South Indian music saints Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandaradasa, and Arunachal Kavi at Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar. UP CM praised the saints' lifelong devotion to Lord Ram and highlighted Ayodhya's emergence as a hub of spiritual and cultural renaissance, noting the city's blend of devotion, artistry, and meticulously maintained heritage sites. Also Read | PM Narendra ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday unveiled statues of South Indian music saints Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandaradasa, and Arunachal Kavi at Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar. UP CM praised the saints lifelong devotion to Lord Ram and highlighted Ayodhya emergence as a hub of spiritual and cultural renaissance, noting the city blend of devotion, artistry, and meticulously maintained heritage sites. Addressing the gathering, Yo ...Read More >
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 Day ...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 f ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 2 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his grief at the death of noted classical singer Pandit Channulal Mishra, and said he made an invaluable contribution to establishing Indian musical traditions on a global stage. Modi said it was his good fortune that he always received his affection and blessings. He also noted that Mishra was one of the proposers for his candidature from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat in 2014. It was a gesture that symbolised his deep-ro ...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 a ...Read More >
Lata Mangeshkar's journey began in humble surroundings in Indore, 1929, with a passion for music nurtured by her father, Deenanath Mangeshkar. After his untimely death, she stepped up at just 13 to support her family, soon captivating the nation with her extraordinary voice. For more than 70 years, Lata Mangeshkar was more than just a singer; she was the essence of Indian music. Known lovingly as the "Nightingale of India," her voice woven through times of celebration, grief, joy, and introspec ...Read More >
New Delhi: The death sentence of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who was sentenced to death in Yemen, has been postponed for the time being. She was to be executed by shooting today, July 16. According to media reports, activist groups and influential religious leaders intervened in the matter, after which the death sentence of Nimisha Priya was postponed. Earlier, many efforts were also made at the diplomatic level to save Nimisha from the death penalty. There is also news that the victim's family ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, India, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bollywood producer Chanda Patel of Blue Diamond Production House has announced that the theme song for her acclaimed film Tera Mera Nata will be shot in the United States, marking a significant step in her global expansion efforts. The announcement follows Patel's recent meeting with Errol Musk in New Delhi and comes ahead of her planned U.S. visit to engage with major Hollywood studios. The upcoming shoot will feature the theme track -- a fus ...Read More >
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 9: In a defining moment for Indian storytelling, celebrated poet and author Dr. Kumar Vishwas has penned lyrics for songs in Ramayana, the much-anticipated cinematic adaptation of the epic directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The film features an unprecedented musical collaboration between two Academy Award-winning legends--A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer--uniting Indian classical expression with sweeping international orchestration. Often regarded as th ...Read More >
Madurai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has directed the Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to appoint an investigating officer within a week to probe the custodial death of B Ajith Kumar, a temple security guard in Sivaganga. The court has ordered the investigating officer to complete the investigation and submit a final report to the jurisdictional court by August 20. Also Read | Is the Election Commission Quietly Stripping Vo ...Read More >
Bathinda (Punjab) [India], July 8 (ANI): Bathinda Police have seized 40 kilograms of heroin, commonly referred to as "chitta," and arrested six alleged smugglers, senior officials confirmed. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the consignment has any links to cross-border networks in Pakistan. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Amandeep Kondal said that the seizure was made during a targeted operation by the Crime Investigation Agency-1 (CIA-1) team, which stopped a suspicious bl ...Read More >
Nagpur: After withdrawing two government resolutions (GRs) introducing Hindi as a third language from Class 1 in state schools which triggered a high-pitched political slugfest, the Maharashtra govt announced October 3 as Abhijat Marathi Bhasha Din (Classical Marathi Language Day), countering the symbolic reunion of Uddhav and Raj Thackeray at a Mumbai rally on Saturday. Marathi Bhasha Din will be followed by a week-long statewide celebration recognising Marathi's ancient literary heritage.Polit ...Read More >
Vellore (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 4 (ANI): DMK Minister EV Velu on Friday criticised the Union Government for allocating Rs 2,500 crore towards the development of Sanskrit while allotting just Rs 167 crore for Tamil. At a public meeting in Vellore, the senior DMK leader mocked the Sanskrit, claiming it was a language that was not understandable to the general public. 'Why spend Rs 2,500 crore on Sanskrit, a language no one even understands? In marriage ceremonies, chants are in Sanskrit -- bu ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday participated in the inaugural ceremony of the year-long centenary celebrations marking the 100th birth anniversary of Acharya Vidyanand Ji Maharaj, a revered Jain spiritual leader, philosopher and social reformer. The event, held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, was organised by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Bhagwan Mahaveer Ahimsa Bharti Trust. The tribute programme aims to commemorate the enduring ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) His first hit was the 1966 blockbuster "Teesri Manzil" and last was the lyrical "1942: A Love Story"... the two films bookending a music career that lasted just 28 years. In between came albums such as "Padosan", "Kati Patang", "Sholay" and "Ijaazat"... different moods and different genres bound together by one incomparable genius. The man was R D Burman. Also Read | 'The Family Man Season 3': Prime Video Teaser Sparks Excitement on Social Media, Fans Celebrate Return o ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Mumbai BJP chief and Minister of Cultural Affairs Ashish Shelar on Friday said it was Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray's right to organise morchas, but the fact remains that Marathi is compulsory in Maharashtra, Hindi is optional, and it was because of the BJP that Marathi was accorded the Classical Language status. He was reacting to Shiv Sena(UBT) MP Sanjay Raut's statement that a single morcha against the imposition of Hindi as a third language in Marathi a ...Read More >
Tirupathur (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 27 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Centre and the BJP-AIADMK alliance, accusing them of attempting to divide the people of the state along the lines of religious and caste. Speaking to mediapersons in Tirupathur district, CM Stalin alleged that BJP, which has aligned with AIADMK, was engaging in 'fake spirituality and political drama' to create division in the state. 'Those in the Centre are trying to divi ...Read More >
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