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Suresh Chandvankar
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Patriotic note: A brief history of Jana Gana Mana at the movies
In pushing a spirit of patriotism, the government has often breached the code laying out how the national anthem should be performed.
Suresh Chandvankar
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How the Yuvraj of Kashmir rediscovered the songs of his childhood
The son of the last ruler of the princely state of Kashmir was reacquainted with music he made more than seven decades ago.
Suresh Chandvankar
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How 'Vande Mataram' came to be chosen as India's National Song
As freedom became a real possibility, many versions of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's poem were presented to the parliamentary committee in charge of choosing India's National Anthem.
Suresh Chandvankar
Trending
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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Instant ‘gate-cane’ weddings in parched Marathwada supply desperate labour to sugar industry
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why Calcutta HC struck down 25,000 teachers’ appointments and how it could impact the election
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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When Bollywood maestros collaborated to put a Gandhi prayer to melody
The Maharashtra government produced a special record to celebrate Gandhi's birth centenary.
Suresh Chandvankar
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Three Freedom Movement-era versions of 'Vande Mataram' in march time
Plus, three singalong versions that were popular at political rallies and marches.
Suresh Chandvankar
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How 'Vande Mataram' came to be performed in a variety of classical ragas
Part 2 in a series about the contentious national song, featuring Pandit Omkarnath Thakur, Dilipkumar Roy and more.
Suresh Chandvankar
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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A short recorded history of the contentious national song 'Vande Mataram'
In its long and tortuous history, this poem, a paean to Mother India by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, was set to numerous ragas and sung in a variety of styles.
Suresh Chandvankar
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Record discs that helped defeat the British empire: Tagore sings 'Bande Mataram'
During the freedom struggle, recordings of patriotic speeches and songs helped rally support.
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Mimicry and comic songs from the dawn of the recording era in India
Between 1902 to 1908, European recording companies scoured India looking for interesting sounds and songs.
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The Reel
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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Rare early 20th century recordings of the lilting tunes of Mohammed Hussain Naginawale
The expert singer and master harmonium player was in great demand with the public and recording companies.
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The many moods of Chanda Karwarkarin, a sparkling voice lost to history
These recordings reveal the huge talent of this singer, who lived during the golden age of Hindustani music in Mumbai yet sank into oblivion for unknown reasons.
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The dazzling colours of Ustad Abdul Karim Khan, from monsoon melodies to Carnatic compositions
The singer made the two recordings presented here three decades apart in Mumbai, offering us a glimpse of how his music evolved over the years.
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The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: Harshit Kumar wins hammer throw gold as India’s medal tally increases
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Indian compound archers sweep all three team event gold medals
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IPL 2024: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match
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IPL 2024: ‘Save the bowlers’ – Reactions as Punjab chase down record total against Kolkata
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Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing