bengali poetry

The BJP, which had won 77 seats and 38.15% vote share in 2021, is now showing a dramatic surge in counting trends. By noon, several live trackers had the BJP crossing or approaching the halfway mark, with leads in the 140–150 range and vote share estimates hovering around 46–48%, while the TMC trailed significantly behind.

Kerala & TN, to Assam & Bengal, each of the four big states where voting has concluded is a perfect example – via language, culture, politics – of India’s innate ability to live with differences

Vocalist Riddhi Bandyopadhyay captivated audiences with her 'Nibedoner Gaan'. The concert celebrated the revered Bengali Panchakabi, featuring soulful renditions of Dwijendralal Roy, Atulprasad Sen, Rajanikanta Sen, and Kazi Nazrul Islam. Bandyopadhyay's performance, enriched by Soumitra Mitra's narration and student support, reaffirmed her significant role in preserving Bengal's musical heritage.

I was told it’s too “arty” to be made, says Abhay Deol as the film gears up for a re-release on April 24.

The Bengali community in Dhanbad celebrated the 8th edition of 'Dol Utsav' at Rajendra Sarovar Park, showcasing rich heritage through colours, music, and dance. Inspired by Visva-Bharati's 'Basanta Utsav', the event aims to preserve and promote Bengali culture. Dol Utsav signifies nature's transformation and the arrival of spring.

KOLKATA: The outside world learnt about bengali poetry through the English translation of Gitanjali, pointed out Gulzar while releasing a one of a kind anthology, Signposts, in New Delhi last month.

Binoy Mazumdar brought mathematical precision to bengali poetry.

Legendary Rabindrasangeet exponent Rezwana Choudhury Bannya captivated a packed audience in Mumbai with a soulful performance. Returning after a long gap, she expressed her delight at the city's enthusiastic reception and deep connection to Tagore's music and philosophy. The evening, marked by song requests and a moving rendition of "Chirosakha," reaffirmed Mumbai's enduring love for Rabindrasangeet.

The Kolkata Book Fair, which concluded recently, saw the launch of Shomshuklla���s second book of bengali poetry titled Eekti Manusher Khoje

bengali poetry and music enchanted the audience

‘Dekha Hok Abar’ is a unique poetry-meets-music collaboration of like-minded artists in these moments of crisis hoping for a better tomorrow and a world that shall rise like the Phoenix after the turbulent pandemic fire subsides.

Like every year, West Bengal Poetry Academy organised Kobita Utsav — the biggest bengali poetry festival — in the city recently. This year, with simultaneous events going on at five different venues encompassing Rabindra Sadan, Sisir Mancha, Nandan-3, Bangla Academy Sabhagriha and Abanindra Sabhaghar for a period of four days, the festival was celebrated with much glory and grandeur. Nearly 550 participants took part in the festival.

Pune witnessed a vibrant celebration of Poila Boishakh as the Bengali community came together, showcasing cultural performances like dance, music, and poetry. Attendees enjoyed traditional handicrafts, snacks, and a wide array of Bengali cuisine. The event saw people of all ages dressed in ethnic attire, fostering a strong sense of community and festive spirit.

Hours before leaving this world forever, Sunil Gangopadhyay was still writing. A short story and an article remain unfinished at his desk.

The composer and his friends are optimistic that the venture will be a huge success

The 52nd Jnanpith Award was conferred to celebrated Bengali poet and literary critic Sankha Ghosh by President Pranab Mukherjee in New Delhi on April 27.

After bagging the title of Birmingham Young Poet Laureate last week, 16-year-old Iona Mandal, whose parents are from Bengal, wishes to write in her mother tongue, Bengali. Mandal will hold the title for the next two years.

Elocutionist Gouri Ghosh, who had rendered her voice to several milestone albums in Bengali recitation, passed away at a South Kolkata nursing home on Thursday after suffering from a brain stroke. Ghosh (83), sister of actor Robin Majumdar, is survived by her husband, elocutionist Partha Ghosh, and son Ayan.

Academy Theatre and Riddhi — A Step for Music celebrated Bengali New Year through a cultural extravaganza, Bhalobasi Banglake recently at Sisir Mancha