Behind Kolkata's Festive Music: Gigs, Grit & Glory
As Kolkata celebrates, its musicians work tirelessly. Discover their challenges, from longer sets and pay issues to travel woes, and the songs that define the season's soundtrack.
As Kolkata celebrates, its musicians work tirelessly. Discover their challenges, from longer sets and pay issues to travel woes, and the songs that define the season's soundtrack.
From disrupted school schedules to vaping concerns and new slang, 2025 was a challenging year for Indian families. Discover key trends in education, parenting, and pop culture.
A legal battle erupts as the Trump-Kennedy Center files a $1 million lawsuit against a musician who cancelled a Christmas Eve concert in protest. Read the full story.
Bianca Nieddu, a musician with Canadian-Italian heritage, shares her heartwarming story of growing up in India for 16 years. Her viral Instagram video celebrates a childhood immersed in Indian culture. Discover her journey!
India sets a 2026 health roadmap focusing on stringent drug quality, TB elimination, obesity, and a ₹4,200 crore innovation push. Will execution match ambition?
Ludhiana's main shooting range, used by 40 daily athletes, grapples with outdated tech, slippery floors & funding delays, hindering training for state-level competitions.
Tabla player Mainak Biswas recounts a terrifying experience in Dhaka after a concert cancellation, highlighting vulnerability amid rising anti-India sentiment. Read his full story.
Tabla player Mainak Biswas recounts 48 hours of intense anxiety in Dhaka after a concert cancellation, fearing for his safety as a Hindu Indian amid rising tensions. Read his chilling account.
Renowned Sarod player Shiraz Ali Khan reveals how he survived mob violence in Bangladesh by changing names and staying silent. Read his harrowing escape story.
Music legend Barry Manilow shares his lung cancer diagnosis, detected early via an MRI. The 82-year-old is optimistic, will have surgery, and expects no chemo. Read his full statement.
Sarod player Shiraz Ali Khan recounts fleeing Dhaka after Chhayanaut cultural centre vandalism. He hid his Indian identity at checkpoints, speaking a local dialect to escape unrest. Read his harrowing story.
Sarod virtuoso Shiraz Ali Khan forced to flee Bangladesh after Chhayanaut venue vandalised. He concealed his Indian identity to escape. Read his shocking account.
The RBI's Central Board discussed the global and domestic economic situation, challenges, and the central bank's annual report. Key focus areas included inflation and financial stability. Read the full analysis.
The initial three months with a newborn are overwhelming. Learn about sleep deprivation, bonding, relationship changes & why you're doing better than you think. Essential read for new Indian parents.
As Delhi's pollution forces schools online, children from impoverished families struggle without phones or internet. Their fight for education reveals India's deep digital divide. Read their story.
A summary of key opinions from Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' for December 18, 2025, covering political discourse, economic challenges, and social issues. Read the diverse perspectives shaping public debate.
An on-ground report reveals how patriarchal norms, delays, and insensitive attitudes create hostile court environments for women litigants. True access to justice demands systemic introspection.
Nishu, a talented singer and proud daughter of Ludhiana-based musicians, is determined to elevate her family's musical profession. Discover her journey and aspirations.
MPower's 5-year data shows a sharp rise in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues among Indian men. Learn the key trends and why seeking help is crucial.
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers addresses employees after operational failures disrupt travel for thousands. Read the full internal letter and the reasons behind the crisis.
Aditya Jonnalagadda, a Carnatic vocalist with autism, performs in Mysuru on Dec 4. Discover his inspiring journey of overcoming challenges through music.
Scottish musician RuMac brings his genre-defying folk & metal fusion to India for the first time, performing at Nagaland's Hornbill Festival and Kolkata's Tollygunge Club in Dec 2025.
Groundbreaking research from Punjabi University surveys 300 TB patients across 6 Punjab districts, uncovering significant gender disparities and family structure impacts on treatment outcomes.
Australian music legend Bob Starkie of Skyhooks fame has died at 73 after battling leukemia. The iconic guitarist known for his theatrical stage presence passed away surrounded by family.
Experts at Koshala Literature Festival highlight alarming development gaps in Hindi heartland despite political dominance. Learn about the region's socio-economic challenges.
India's solar energy sector shows impressive growth but faces land acquisition, grid integration, and policy hurdles. Can the nation maintain its renewable momentum?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India's remarkable economic growth at Ramnath Goenka Awards, highlighting achievements amid global uncertainties. Read his full address.
A staggering 72% of Indian small businesses struggle with payroll processing errors. Discover how WidespreadHR's automated solutions are transforming HR management for SMEs.
Anandita Kumar, born with cerebral palsy and heart defect, graduates from Pune University, becomes certified clinical musician and inspires others with disabilities.
Renowned folk singer Todd Snider dies at 59 from walking pneumonia. The Nashville musician was hospitalized days after his November 2 arrest. Read tribute.