Music
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In Diwan Singh, an unsung instrument of Indian classical music found an unsung champion
Singh went to Delhi to become a domestic worker but somehow became a sought-after tanpuriya. He is among the last few who haven’t abandoned the manual tanpura.
Malini Nair
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Before Indian classical music loses its diversity, an online project is rushing to archive it
A sweeping, hugely ambitious online project is documenting traditional knowledge systems, pedagogy, compositions and commentaries.
Malini Nair
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‘I’m a small man but my music is huge’: Wasifuddin Dagar on the AR Rahman plagiarism row
The ustad has accused ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ of copying a family composition. The film’s producers claim their inspiration was a traditional song. Who is right?
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Trending
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In the heart of Delhi, authorities take bulldozers to Muslim shrines with little warning
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What recourse does Canada have under international law after accusing India of assassination?
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Manipur: Six held in connection with deaths of two Meitei students in July
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Asian Games: Timeline of Jyothi Yarraji’s silver medal finish in dramatic 100m hurdles final
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Bobby, Nikki, Kamala, Vivek – and that little brown boy, just like me
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Why is Punjab, a land of sublime classical music, known only for bhangra?
A robust classical music system flourished in Punjab until socio-religious movements and colonists decided to cleanse it.
Malini Nair
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In Kumar Gandharva’s bandishes, hear the music of the common man
Hindustani khayal had become clichéd through pedantic repetition of ideas. Kumar Gandharva gave it a fresh-faced vitality.
Malini Nair
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A strain of music that has flourished in India for centuries is being silenced by communalism
Muslim jogis, who were once venerated for their singing powers, are being pushed to the margins.
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Video
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Watch: Emotional support alligator denied entry to baseball game, gets support from fans
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Watch: Players brawl after umpire’s decision during celebrities’ cricket match in Bangladesh
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Watch: Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues sings ‘Maan Meri Jaan’ to relax after ‘intense training’
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Watch: Models dressed in lit up terrarium dresses with live butterflies at Paris Fashion Week
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Watch: Hand pump spews fire instead of water in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh
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The secret ingredient to Bollywood’s funny songs was a unique drum played by a distinctive man
The twang of Zahoor Khan’s bhapang underlined the humour in many Hindi film songs. But it was his traditional ditties that made him famous.
Malini Nair
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Three generations of the brightest Carnatic violinists have trained under this one legend
Avasarala Kanyakumari’s students are all over the Carnatic firmament – playing, composing, collaborating and sometimes doing all these at once.
Malini Nair
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The world of Rajasthani folk music is shrinking – despite its global fame and success
In the absence of local patronage, Manganiyars and Langas are forgetting the gathas and kathas inhabited by magical, bewitching characters.
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The Reel
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Two Shah Rukh Khan films, two political worldviews
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‘An espionage thriller is the most juicy genre’: Vishal Bhardwaj on ‘Khufiya’
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‘Choona’ review: An impish caper with memorable characters
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‘Mumbai Diaries’ season 2 trailer: Bombay General Hospital staff deal with a deluge
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‘Tumse Na Ho Payega’ review: A spirited cast enlivens a predictable plot
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Allah and Krishna came together in the songs of this long-forgotten Awadhi singer
Aseemun’s repertoire, with its easy mix of folk, ritual, spiritual and pious, bespoke a syncretic tradition that is fast becoming anachronistic in India.
Malini Nair
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Meet the Hindustani violinist who has spawned a rare all-women classical musical lineage
Violinist N Rajam’s life made for a fascinating story even before she formed a quartet with her daughter and granddaughters.
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Nearly every Carnatic music star today owes a debt of thanks to this youth group in Chennai
The Youth Association for Classical Music collectivised young musicians and encouraged young listenership when Carnatic music had a distinctly grey aura.
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The Field
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India at Asian Games, Oct 2 schedule: Athletics, table tennis finals with possible medals
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Asian Games: Timeline of Jyothi Yarraji’s silver medal finish in dramatic 100m hurdles final
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Asian Games, Shooting: Kynan Chenai-led trap shooters win three medals as India end with 22 medals
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ISL 2023-24: Cleiton Silva's brace earns East Bengal FC win over Hyderabad FC
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Watch, Asian Games: Ayhika and Sutirtha upset world No 2 team to secure a women’s doubles TT medal