Sarod maestro Pandit Tejendra Narayan Majumdar captivated audiences at the Dadar Matunga Cultural Festival with a three-hour performance. He shared insights into his musical journey, shaped by Ustad Ali Akbar Khan and Ustad Bahadur Khan, highlighting the Maihar Gharana’s balance of structure and emotion.
Metropolitan State University of Denver has introduced Colorado’s first degree in Mariachi Performance and Culture. The programme combines musical training with cultural and business studies, offering students a comprehensive education in mariachi. Originating as a student club, the course has developed into a pioneering academic programme. MSU Denver aims to become a national leader in…
Nature’s beauty isn’t always colorful; it can be found in striking black and white patterns. This article highlights ten fascinating animals showcasing this timeless color scheme, from the iconic giant panda in China to the majestic emperor penguin in Antarctica. Discover where to spot these monochrome marvels.
Punjab is grappling with severe flooding, prompting Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to request Prime Minister Modi to release Rs 60,000 crore in pending state funds. The floods, triggered by heavy rains and dam water releases, have devastated seven districts, submerging farmland and impacting livelihoods. The state government has extended school closures and seeks revised disaster…
Women in Jajpur district protested at Binjharpur police station, blocking the main road for three hours to demand the closure of illicit liquor outlets. They alleged that drunkards create difficulties for women and girls, and that authorities have ignored previous pleas. Protesters also claimed police have a nexus with illicit liquor traders.
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger applauded Nvidia’s decision to manufacture its advanced AI chips in Arizona, emphasizing the need for resilient US semiconductor supply chains. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang confirmed Blackwell GPUs are in production in Arizona, a move initiated by President Trump’s call to bring manufacturing back for national security and economic reasons.
The All Khasi Meghalaya Tourist Taxi Association has called off its protest, which started on September 16, concerning tourist taxis with Assam registration numbers entering Meghalaya’s tourist destinations. This decision came after the East Khasi Hills deputy commissioner convened an emergency meeting with the association.
