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From Kathak to Kathakali, a collective ode to India

A new IGNCA video celebrates 150 years of Vande Mataram through Indias diverse dance traditions

15 Aug 2026 12:53 pm
Gurus and sishyas unite for Desh Ek Raag 3 to mark 150 years of Vande Mataram

Desh Ek Raag 3 brings together generations of Hindustani musicians to celebrate the spirit of nationhood.

14 Aug 2026 7:15 pm
Alessandro Bonato to make his orchestral debut in India

The Italian conductor will lead the Symphony Orchestra of India (SOI) as part of National Centre for the Performing Arts Autumn Season 2026

14 Aug 2026 12:37 pm
For Chennai-based singer Susha, Love Language is an act of self-care

Music composer, singer and visual artist Susha talks about her first independent full-fledged album, Love Language, collaborating with friends, and how making music took her on a journey through memory

12 Aug 2026 3:03 pm
Kashi Damru traced Indian musics spiritual heartbeat through rhythm

Presented by kanjira artiste Guruprasanna, the ensemble of 10 artistes led by Jagadeesh Kurthkoti, combined vedic chants, recitation of shlokas and konnakol and intricate rhythm patterns.

12 Aug 2026 2:51 pm
Vignesh Ishwar crafts a cohesive musical narrative

An expansive Mukhari, sensitive accompaniment and a thoughtfully curated repertoire marked the Kalyani Menon tribute concert at The Music Academy, Chennai.

12 Aug 2026 2:37 pm
N. Guruprasad gives the clay ghatam a wooden makeover

Called ONE G (One Ghatam), the innovation was patented with support from Vignesh Ishwar and the Sumanasa Foundation, founded by T.M. Krishna. It will be launched on August 19 at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Chennai

12 Aug 2026 12:26 pm
Irshad Kamil on Main Vaapas Aaunga and writing songs that belong to everyone

The popular lyricist and poet breaks down the process of working on the earworms, Vo Nahin, Tere Paas Mai and Kya Kamaal Hai from Imtiaz Alis Main Vaapas Aaunga'

11 Aug 2026 5:06 pm
Teams from Thiruvanananthapuram excel at the latest edition of Destiny dance championship

Among the winners at the fifth and final edition of Destiny held in Chennai were the college dance crews from Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering and College of Engineering Trivandrum and a crew from Polestar Dance Studio

11 Aug 2026 3:23 pm
BTS Boycott: Will labelling music bring more trouble for the Grammys?

The globally popular K-pop band questions the Grammys new Asian Pop category, arguing that music should not be divided by region or language.

10 Aug 2026 6:47 pm
Natyarangam to host its annual dance festival themed on Pancha Bhootham

Five dancers and five musicians come together to explore the myriad facets of the five elements at the Bharatham festival, to be held from August 14 to 18 at Narada Gana Sabha, Chennai.

8 Aug 2026 8:27 pm
National Handloom Day: How dancers are championing Indias handlooms

There is a strong connection between Indian dance and textiles. American photographer Briana Blasko explored this interplay through stunning images in her book Dance of the Weaves. During the years she spent documenting costumes, she researched how fabrics acquire new expressions on the dancers body, assuming a unique flow and fall through the movements of different dance forms. With growing awareness about sustainability and the need to support traditional weaves and the artisans who create the

7 Aug 2026 8:49 am