By Syed Sarfraj Ahmed, DIG-CSC/RPF/SWR April 21st marks National Civil Services Day, a tribute to civil servants whose tireless work supports India’s governance, development, and public service delivery. On this day in 1947, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel addressed the first batch of civil servants, calling them the “steel frame of India.” Today, that frame is evolving…
On the concluding day of the Ramotsava music series by Ramabhyudaya Sabha at Alammana Choultry in Srirampet on Apr. 18, city’s renowned musician Vidu. Dr. Sukanya Prabhakar gave a vocal concert with her daughter Vidu. Sumana Vedant. They were accompanied by young Janardhan, a disciple of Sangeeta Kalanidhi Kanyakumari on violin, Cheluvaraju on mridanga, Gurumurty…
Surabhi Gana Kala Mandira, renowned for its innovative approach to Karnatak music, continues to set benchmarks in musical education and performance. Their programmes are meticulously curated to foster both theoretical understanding and practical expertise among students. A notable addition to their annual repertoire is ‘Chaitra Surabhi,’ a series of concerts held during the Chaitra month,…
On the occasion of its 109th Sri Ramanavami celebrations, the management committee of the sacred and heritage-rich Rama Mandira delighted music lovers by arranging excellent concerts by eminent artistes. One such memorable performance was by Vidushi Dr. N.J. Nandini. Dr. Nandini, a fine vocalist hailing from a musical family, developed an interest in music at…
By M.T. Yogesh Kumar In the cultural city of Mysuru, a new Gandhi Bhavan has been constructed in Siddarthanagar near the new Deputy Commissioner’s Office at a cost of Rs. 3 crore. With the installation of a bronze bust of Mahatma Gandhi currently underway, the Bhavan is set to be inaugurated by the end of…
On Day-10 of the Ramotsava music series by Ramabhyudaya Sabha at Alammana Choultry in Srirampet on Apr. 15, Amritha Murali from Chennai gave a vocal concert accompanied by Vid. R.K. Shriramkumar on violin, Vid. Arun Prakash on mridanga and Vid. Bhargava Halambi on ghata. As the seasoned violinist Shriramkumar is receiving the prestigious Sangeeta Kalanidhi…
By Dr. Vishweshwaraiah Prakash, FRSC, Former CFTRI Director After reading about the massacre of 40 heritage trees, I have been contemplating what can be done now, both short-term and long-term, for the past two days. To recall India’s history, we know of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre at Amritsar recorded as one of the treacherous acts of…
Today, the eyes of all Christians are raised to the Cross with profound devotion and love for Christ. This is a day of religious observance commemorating the Passion and Death of Jesus Christ on Mount Calvary in the Roman Era. The term Good Friday suggests, to have evolved from the concept of God’s Friday, marking…
By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation There really is no such thing as Hindu-ism. This term and concept was coined only in recent times. The Hindu civilisation was born on the banks of the river Sindhu, which is known as Indus in English today. When the Persians came, they introduced the term ‘Hindu,’ derived from…
Sri Ramanavami marks not only a spiritual celebration but also a vibrant music season. Mysuru owes much gratitude to Vidwan Mysore Sadashiva Rao, the visionary who transformed this auspicious festival into a grand Sangeetotsava. His legacy continues to inspire and today, several Sabhas across Mysuru celebrate Ramanavami on a grand scale. Among the prominent organisers…
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