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Get the latest Bengaluru news for January 4, 2026. Stay updated on major civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political news from the city.
Get the latest Bengaluru news for January 4, 2026. Stay updated on major civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political news from the city.
Mumbai Police names Believe Music India officials and foreign executives in a major ₹50 crore music royalty fraud case. Key details and investigation updates inside.
Veteran playback singer Amit Kumar unveils his latest romantic ballad, 'Tomake Niyei Joto Swapno…', in Kolkata. The song, a nostalgic melody, explores love and emotional distance. Watch the video now!
A 12-year-old tabla prodigy from Canada, Yajur Vashisht, fulfills his mother's dream by performing at the historic 147th Harivallabh Sangeet Sammelan in Jalandhar, showcasing his musical legacy.
Bengaluru's New Year celebrations saw thinner crowds and robust police deployment, ensuring safety but impacting business for city-centre pubs and restaurants. Read the full report.
The Saptak Music Festival 2024 in Ahmedabad begins Jan 1, featuring maestros like N Rajam & Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. Discover how tradition meets tech. #IndianClassicalMusic
In 2025, Bollywood masterfully revived classics with synth-pop & rap. Discover how Dhurandhar's 'Ishq Jalakar' and other hits became viral anthems, bridging generations. Read more!
Rajkot's Sapt-Sangeeti 2026, a seven-day classical music festival, begins Jan 2 at Hemu Gadhvi Auditorium. Featuring 40+ artists including Kaushiki Chakraborty & Vishwa Mohan Bhatt. Immerse in the magic!
Andhra Pradesh Govt launches Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture & Literature from Jan 8-10, 2026. A public riverfront event celebrating Telugu arts. Explore the details!
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Two decades later, Euphoria's 'Maaeri' brought a sea of millennials to tears in Lucknow. Palash Sen's raw, emotional speech reveals the lonely battle of independent music in India. Read the full story.
Get the latest updates from Bengaluru on December 24, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic snarls, metro services, weather, and key political developments in the city.
As technology accelerates, N Raghupathy questions the endurance of traditional music. Explore the impact of innovation on musical expression and its future. Read the full analysis.
The 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) runs from Jan 29 to Feb 6, 2025. With Prakash Raj as ambassador, it will screen 200+ films from 60 countries, focusing on women's empowerment. Details inside.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
Echoes of Earth 2025 transformed Bengaluru's outskirts with sustainable art, genre-spanning music, and community spirit. Discover how the festival championed eco-consciousness and offered a digital detox.
Vineet Alurkar, son of legendary music shop founder Suresh Alurkar, reunites with Dhruv Bhate for a free concert at Bookbar Café, Pune, blending his Western music journey with a classical heritage.
Apple Music subscribers can now use ChatGPT to find songs, create custom playlists, and get mood-based recommendations through simple chat prompts. Learn how to link your account and start exploring music conversationally.
Carnatic music is expanding its reach through global collaborations and digital platforms while staying true to its roots. Musicians discuss fusion, improvisation, and engaging younger audiences. Discover the evolution of this classical tradition.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Discover how Chennai's Margazhi season goes beyond classical concerts. Artists like Sudha Ragunathan, OS Arun, and Bombay Jayashri are driving social change, supporting disabled artists, and redefining inclusivity. Explore the philanthropic spirit of the
Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, born from the 1925 All India Music Conference in Lucknow, begins its centenary celebrations. Discover the journey that shaped legends like Naushad and Talat Mahmood.
For the first time in Chennai, over 200 children, including deaf and disabled performers, joined a unified sign-language choir at Margazhi Matram. Discover how this multisensory concert is redefining inclusivity in Indian classical music.
The 7th edition of Margazhi Mangala Utsavam, a free classical music festival, starts in Trichy on Dec 19. Featuring vocalists, instrumentalists & dancers. Details inside.
Pandit Raja Kale and Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya honoured at Tansen Music Festival. CM Mohan Yadav inaugurates event, highlighting cultural resurgence. Read more.
The 101st edition of the prestigious Tansen Samaroh classical music festival is underway in Gwalior from Dec 15-19. CM Mohan Yadav inaugurated the event featuring maestros like Amjad Ali Khan. Read more.
Music maestro AR Rahman receives the Lakshminarayana International Award in Chennai. He shares insights on evolution in music and the need for musical theatre in Tamil Nadu. Read more.
Music maestro AR Rahman honoured with Lakshminarayana International Award. He speaks on evolution, inspiration from students, and the need for musical theatre in Tamil Nadu. Read more.
Nationwide flight delays & cancellations disrupted Bengaluru Theatre Fest, Lit Fest & Fashion Week. Organisers faced talent gaps, soaring costs & frantic reshuffling. Details inside.
Discover how specific music reduces stress in dogs, cats, cows, pigs & birds. Learn science-backed methods to use auditory enrichment for pet & livestock welfare.