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Woman found dead with throat slit, ankles severed in Rajasthan's Sawai Madhopur; sparks outrage | Pope Francis, first Latin-American head of Catholic church, dies at 88 | Murshidabad violence: Supreme Court slams petitioner over irresponsible averments in plea | Family of Murshidabad riots victims decline Mamata Banerjee's compensation | Narendra Modi to visit Saudi Arabia next week, deepening multi-faceted partnership on agenda | Trump says US will 'take a pass' on Russia-Ukraine peace talks if parties make it difficult | Andhra student dies in accident in US' Texas days before her graduation | Karnataka students allegedly forced to remove sacred threads at CET exam centre, sparks outrage | Bengal BJP leader Dilip Ghosh marries party colleague Rinku Majumdar in an intimate ceremony today | Narendra Modi, Elon Musk discuss Indo-US tech collaboration

Of Paris, a chronic pain and a pivotal friendship: Frida Kahlo meets Mary Reynolds at the Art Institute of Chicago

Apr 16, 2025, at 05:46 pm

An exhibition titled "Frida Kahlo’s Month in Paris: A Friendship with Mary Reynolds" from Mar 29 to Jul 13 at the Art Institute of Chicago is the highlight of the cultural calendar in the American city, showcasing their connection and artistic works. Do not miss it if y0u are in the windy city any time soon, says Sujoy Dhar

Kiran Dixit holds exhibition of sculptures and drawings from Shantiniketan in Kolkata

Apr 14, 2025, at 06:20 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: An exhibition of the sculptures and drawings from Shantiniketan was exhibited by Kiran Dixit Thacker earlier this month at Birla Academy of Art and Culture in Kolkata.

Padma Shri award winner Sudarsan Pattnaik bags "The Fred Darrington" award in UK

Apr 08, 2025, at 12:49 am

Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created history by becoming the first man from the South Asian country to win the prestigious "The Fred Darrington" award for his contribution to the art form.

Bhajan icon Anup Jalota and Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee pay musical tribute to womanhood in Hyderabad concert

Mar 18, 2025, at 03:08 pm

Paying their tribute to womanhood, Bhajan Samrat Padmasree Anup Jalota and  GiMA award-winning percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee regaled the audience in a Hyderabad concert on the International Women's Day on March 8.

Prabha Khaitan Foundation celebrates 'Vasant Utsav' at Indian Museum Kolkata

Mar 15, 2025, at 05:37 pm

The central courtyard of the historic Indian Museum in Kolkata witnessed an ensemble of beautiful pulsating dance performances marking the 'Vasant Utsav' celebrations on the eve of Holi by members of Dona Ganguly’s dance troupe, Diksha Manjari, along with a free-flowing lucid narrative by culturist, Sundeep Bhutoria, evoking vivid imagery of the interplay of colours and expressions.

Musical concert 'Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke' to be held in Kolkata on April 19

Feb 20, 2025, at 06:19 pm

Making Bengal the best once more with Ami Bhalobashi Bangla Ke, concept of India’s Music Man Supratiek Ghosh is first-of-its-kind musical movement that unites legendary artists, emerging stars, and music lovers in an unforgettable sing-along experience at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata on April 19.

Classical Khon masked dance drama of Thailand mesmerises Kolkata

Feb 13, 2025, at 12:52 pm

Kolkata: Bathed in moonlight, the resplendent marble edifice stood like a mute witness to the passage of time, watching the scene unfolding around it, just as it has watched for well over a century.

A kiss in front of The Kiss? Vienna museum's V-Day offer is ode to Klimt's artistic masterpiece

Feb 10, 2025, at 01:17 pm

As Valentine's Day approaches, journalist Arnab Nandy shares his most recent encounter with the world's most famous kiss on canvas. Gustav Klimt's The Kiss at the Belvedere museum in Vienna, depicting a kissing couple in passionate embrace against a gold, flat background at the edge of a flowery meadow, holds your gaze.

Ministry of Culture’s Republic Day tableau celebrates ‘Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi’

Jan 22, 2025, at 09:42 pm

New Delhi: The Ministry of Culture’s Republic Day tableau will showcase India’s rich cultural heritage and the vast possibilities of sustainable development.

Calcutta Heritage Collective launches the Chaitanya Library Restoration initiative with music and art

Jan 15, 2025, at 02:10 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The Calcutta Heritage Collective has launched its Chaitanya Library restoration and revival initiative with an evening of music and art at a city hotel in Kolkata, on Sunday.

Dalhousie Square: Timekeeping with Kolkata's British gems

Jan 13, 2025, at 11:13 am

Award-winning photographer Bijoy Chowdhury's 2025 calendar is an ode to the crowning glory of Kolkata's British heritage district-Dalhousie Square

Annapurna Devi: An absent protagonist

Jan 11, 2025, at 09:38 pm

Annapurna Devi, daughter of Ustad ‘baba’ Allauddin Khan, was a legendary figure in the music world even during her lifetime as she stopped performing at the prime of her creative genius. Award-winning filmmaker Nirmal Chander’s documentary 6A Akash Ganga throws light on her enigmatic personality, her tremendous contribution to Indian classical music and the story of love, sacrifice and betrayal, writes Shoma A. Chatterji  

Aurko unveils Vakratunda: A universal peace anthem to celebrate 25 years of musical legacy

Jan 09, 2025, at 03:47 pm

Aurko, the iconic band that has been redefining music for 25 years, has announced the release of their latest single, Vakratunda.

Painter Samir Aich inaugurates 3-day art fair at Kolkata's Lake Club

Dec 22, 2024, at 06:55 pm

Adding to Kolkata's winter attractions of cultural calendar, a three-day art fair- Art Mela- got underway at the city's Lake Club on Friday to boost the commercial viability of the works of Bengal painters and sculptors.

Gatha - Tales of India: Exploring Culture, Heritage, and the Divine Feminine

Dec 20, 2024, at 02:26 pm

Independent research scholars Brishti Mitra and Tripti Soni, who did their Masters in Archaeology and Heritage Management from Ambedkar University Delhi, share about their initiative Gatha- Tales of India, an organisation that aims to raise awareness about the country's history, heritage, traditions and culture

Zakir-bhai was fond of the tonal quality of Kolkata tabla: Prodyut Mukherjee

Dec 17, 2024, at 09:51 am

Calling the passing away of tabla legend Zakir Hussain as one of the saddest day of Indian classical music, noted Kolkata-based percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee recalled his memories with the late musician and how he used to treat other artists with love and respect. 

I am completely heartbroken: Amjad Ali Khan mourns Zakir Hussain's death

Dec 16, 2024, at 10:15 am

Sarod legend Amjad Ali Khan on Monday said he felt heartbroken and devastated after learning about the death of tabla icon Zakir Hussain at a hospital in the USA.

Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 in San Francisco, confirms family

Dec 15, 2024, at 10:57 pm

Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, whose musical creations captivated people for generations, died at a hospital in the USA  after suffering from ailments, his family confirmed on Monday. He was 73.

Pousali Banerjee's new single music video to release on Dec 16

Dec 14, 2024, at 02:56 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The new single music video of singer Pousali Banerjee will be released on December 16 from her official YouTube channel.

Kolkata Street Music Festival Season 5: Street musicians celebrate Salil Chowdhury's birth centenary year through his ageless melodies

Dec 12, 2024, at 02:46 pm

Kolkata has witnessed four seasons of this music festival earlie under the baton of Sudipta Chanda, a noted cultural activist cum public relations officer.

Alive India in Concert Season 10 presents Zubeen Garg and Kunal Ganjawala

Dec 11, 2024, at 03:47 pm

Bengaluru/IBNS: Indian singers Zubeen Garg and Kunal Ganjawala are set to perform at the Alive India in Concert Season 10 in Bengaluru this month.

Kolkata's international poetry festival Chair Poetry Evenings presents poets from 12 countries this year

Dec 07, 2024, at 03:08 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The seventh edition of Kolkata's International Poetry Festival - Chair Poetry Evenings - began with its inaugural program at Bharatiya Bhasha Parishad on November 30.

U.S. Consulate Kolkata presents Native Jazz Quartet in Kolkata

Dec 06, 2024, at 06:16 pm

After performing at the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, Native Jazz Quartet has performed at the Calcutta School of Music in Kolkata.

Actress Priya Bapat takes the stage with Indian Ocean

Nov 30, 2024, at 03:09 am

Actress Priya Bapat set stage on fire performing live with India's legendary band Indian Ocean as a part of their 35th Anniversary Tour earlier this month.

Telangana governor Jishnu Dev Varma felicitated at music festival to honour Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali in Hyderabad

Nov 17, 2024, at 08:28 pm

Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma was felicitated by social worker and Sangitanjaly Foundation chairman  Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee and percussionist Pt. Prodyut Mukherjee on the occasion of  the 7th season of Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival of Music on Nov 16-17 at Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad.

Coldplay announces second show in Ahmedabad after tickets for first one sold out within minutes

Nov 16, 2024, at 08:30 pm

British rock band Coldplay has announced a second show in Ahmedabad after tickets for the first one in the city were sold out within minutes since the vending went live on Saturday.

Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee and Prodyut Mukherjee all set to host a festival in memory of Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan

Nov 13, 2024, at 09:03 pm

Sangitanjaly Foundation in association with the Department of Language & Culture, Govt of Telangana is organising the 7th season of Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival of Music on Nov 16-17,2024 at Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad.

Renowned folk singer and Padma Bhushan awardee Sharda Sinha dies after battling cancer

Nov 06, 2024, at 06:20 am

Renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha died on Tuesday evening after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was 72. 

New York teen sensation Urjani De shines at New York Puja Association's Cultural Programme 2024

Oct 24, 2024, at 05:16 pm

New York/IBNS: Urjani De, a second-generation Indian teenager based in New York City, captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performance at the cultural programme of the New York Puja Association 2024.

My bid to internationalise Shatatantri Veena among next generation pays off: Santoor maestro Tarun Bhattacharya on his return from US Tour

Oct 08, 2024, at 10:45 pm

Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, one of India's most celebrated and pioneering Santoor maestros, recently returned from a landmark tour of the United States.

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