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Herbie Hancock interview: ‘I look forward to what AI could mean’ for creative music
The legendary jazz musician, on his third tour of India, discusses how technology helps drive creativity.
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Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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Mehdi Hasan on why effective debating is crucial in today’s political climate
The TV journalist discusses demagogues around the world – and how to call out their lies.
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Ramachandra Guha interview: How the BJP is trying to make India a Hindu Pakistan
The historian speaks about the new edition of his book ‘India After Gandhi’.
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Interview: India has betrayed its people. And both Nehru and Modi are to blame
Princeton economist and author Ashoka Mody explains why India has failed to live up to its promise.
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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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Things that made us smile: (Other people’s) typo’s
Scroll staffers on the small things that make life brighter.
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Interview: Akshaya Mukul on why Hindi modernist writer ‘Agyeya’ is still relevant
A discussion about ‘Writer, Rebel, Soldier, Lover: The Many Lives of Agyeya’.
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The Reel
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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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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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Editor’s note: On India’s 75th Independence Day, why independent media needs your support
Organisations such as Scroll.in play a key role in keeping audiences informed about the complex events unfolding around them – and explaining why they matter.
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Interview: Murali Ranganathan, translator of ‘The First World War Adventures of Nariman Karkaria’
This memoir is a gripping story, narrated with verve, that, beneath the bravado, reminds readers of the terrible human cost of war.
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Interview: Pramod Kapoor, author of ‘1946: Last War of Independence, Royal Indian Navy Mutiny’
The revolt helped hasten independence, says the author.
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The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa