Vibrant Assam: Exploring the Enchanting Tapestry of Folklore
Assam, one of the Eight Sister states of northeastern India, is renowned for its diverse population and rich culture. It is often called the ‘land
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Rabindranath Tagore was born in Calcutta on 7 May, 1981. He started to write poetries when he was 8 and by the age of 16,
Folk Music of Rajasthan
The mere mention of folk music brings to mind the melodious Rajasthani folk songs. Rajasthani folk music is immensely popular and is appreciated all over
Poila Boisakh: the beginning of the Bengali New Year
Bengalis welcome the new year with an open heart, grandeur, fresh hopes and perspectives. Poila Baisakh receives much love with Haalkhata, Rabindra Sangeet, Dhuti Panjabi,
Ustad Bismillah Khan (1916-2006)
Ustad Bismillah Khan (1916-2006) is one of the most celebrated musicians in the Hindustani classical music scene. He was born in Dumraon, Bihar in 1916
Magical Musical Instrument: Sitar
Sitar, a stringed instrument of the lute family that is popular in northern India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Typically measuring about 1.2 metres (4 feet) in
Holi: The Festival of Colour in India
The festival of colours is Holi, it is vibrant and filled with beautiful colours. Holi is considered one of the major festivals in India. It
The Jagannath Temple Puri
The Jagannath Temple at Puri is one of India’s most revered Vaishnava sites of worship. One of the oldest Hindu temples still in use, its
International Kolkata Book Fair: Boi Mela
The book fair, one of the biggest in eastern India, will be held from January 31 to February 12 at the Central Park Mela ground.
The harmonium, synonymous with Indian music
The most widely-known and used free-reed aerophone in India is the harmonium and have been imported from the West. No foreign instrument, however, has caused