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Ever heard a voice so powerful it feels like a mighty river, carving its way through landscapes and hearts? That's Bhupen Hazarika for you – a cultural force from Assam whose melodies still echo across India. Bhupen Hazarika was not merely a musician but was a phenomenon and a cultural bridge. His towering presence in the music of Assam and Bengal, and his eventual reach across India, is unique. His genius lay in his ability to blend traditional folk melodies with Western musical structures, all while retaining a raw, profound lyrical focus on universal theme of humanity. His legacy is intrinsically multilingual, with his most iconic songs sung across various languages. This popularity speaks volumes about his role in connecting the cultural landscapes of the various regions in India. Hazarika's music is fundamentally rooted in the rich folk traditions of Assam. His early compositions, often steeped in the rhythms of Bihu and the melodies of local tribes, established him as...

Today we invite you to discover a species that is popular in India: the Kadamba. In English, this tree is known by various names: burflower-tree, laran, Leichhardt pine, or even kadam or cadamba. The species is native to the Indian subcontinent. It is found in Sri Lanka, Burma, Thailand, Cambodia, South China, Malaysia and as far as Australia. It is worth noting that a Cambodian hairstyle, now out of fashion, was called the cadamba flower hairstyle. It is a large tree, which can reach a height of 45 meters. It is fast growing, which makes it a very popular shade tree in India. The fruit is a multiple fruit that keeps the same spherical shape as the inflorescence which, in India, is most often yellow in color. The fruit is a little bigger than a golf ball. It is easily recognized by its surface covered with a multitude of small thorns. After being washed in clear water, the fruit is simply cut into quarters. It is accompanied by the condiment often used by Indians to season green fr...

Every year, punctually, the day arrives when you start thinking about how you will decorate your tree for the Christmas holidays. You immediately imagine sparkling ornaments and results that would be the envy of anyone. Then, however, when you decide to get to work and open the box of old decorations, you find the usual multicolored plastic balls and some festoons that you don't like, all on a bed of tangled lights. You are frustrated and you give up, because you know that you will not be able to recreate what you had in mind. But what if you were wrong? The Christmas holidays are approaching and there is a tradition that fills every heart with joy: decorating the Christmas tree . This symbol of celebration and sharing offers endless possibilities for creative and decorative expression. If you are looking for new ideas to make your tree even more special this year, you will be spoiled for choice. Decorating the Christmas tree is not just hanging ornaments on branches, for many of...

Discover the magical world of children's day quotes and phrases that illuminate the path of childhood. From affirmations that promote kindness to explorations of emotions, immerse yourself in a journey of emotional growth. Explore with us the power of words in shaping the emotional well-being of the little ones! As children learn about kindness, they learn that small acts of kindness can brighten their world. We explain to children that “kindness” means treating others with care and respect. Through small examples, such as sharing toys or helping a friend, they learn the value of kind actions in shaping positive relationships. Entering the world of children's phrases is like opening a window into their vibrant and curious soul. Through simple words, these messages convey not only knowledge, but also emotions that contribute to the healthy development of the little ones. In this article, we will explore the power of some key phrases for children and how they influence their...

After days in Calcutta, we really want to rest at the beach. We decide on Bakkhali, a small seaside resort at the southwestern end of the Sundarbans. Today we plan our departure for Sagar Island and the Sundarbans. For now we inquire about the price of a taxi to Kakdwip and Hartwood Point, the pier for Sagar. At 10 am we leave the city for a dive into rural India. The countryside of Bengal is generous and green, with water galore, banana trees and bright green rice fields. At 1 o'clock our taxi leaves us four kilometers from the pier for the Sagar island. We walk on foot with luggage, then a van rickshaw and the last mile with the crowd of pilgrims who are starting to arrive. We board a boat. On board the groups sing, throw offerings to the river. In the distance the Sagar island emerges. After disembarking we walk to the sound of the speakers that broadcast music and announcements in Bengali. On all faces there is joy and smile. Pilgrims piled in buses travel the last 25 kilometer...

The Perfect World by Priya Kumar is the journey to the inner depths of our souls to reclaim the hidden powers, which lay dormant through our lifetime, till we decide to switch it on. In the process, the author takes us to the dream world Zedius, where in her words “There is too much perfection. Everything is right. And you know how devastating that can be? It’s like sleeping with the enemy”. Priya would barely be assumed of telling a tale of celestial journey to a new sphere in a secluded galaxy. And thus far that is among the destinations in this implausible intrigue. The author gives a beautiful example, where a rat in its quest to reach the top of the world and set itself free, has to sacrifice its tail to an alligator, which helped it cross a river, a leg to a mongoose who helped him cross a snake-infested land and a eye to a llama who hid him in his coat to climb a mountain filled with wolves. But before glee could set in the rat, the shadow of the eagle loomed high and when ...

The Social Network is a film by David Fincher and tells the true story of how Mark Zuckerberg created Facebook between 2003 and 2004 while he was a college student at Harvard. For twenty-year-olds today, Facebook may not mean anything, but about 15 years ago it revolutionized the world of the Internet and was the first real social network as we know it today. The first sequence of The Social Network sees Mark (Jesse Eisenberg) and Erica (Rooney Mara) having a lively conversation in a pub, over a beer that will not be drank. The dialogue, driven by the boy's cold wit, is so tense and cutting that neither of them can look away from each other for more than a handful of seconds, just like the viewer who is overwhelmed by the incessant flow of words, sarcasm and ambition. "You exhaust me, going out with you is like doing a step class for an hour", says Erica shortly before the last cynical and (perhaps) involuntary thrust from Mark, who is not at all satisfied with the girl...

The narrative of Love in a Wooden Box by Yateen Suman intricately weaves together the complexities of campus life, romantic entanglements, and the unsettling backdrop of a terrorist attack that disrupts the tranquility of the characters' lives. This story explores the multifaceted nature of love, which transcends age, personality, and circumstances, all while being set against a series of violent incidents that affect even the sanctity of their campus, thereby complicating their romantic pursuits. The plot unfolds as a mini-suspense thriller, revealing the true antagonist only in the final moments. Beginning with four friends embarking on their journey at a prestigious engineering college, they endure the grueling initiation of severe ragging. The protagonist, Gautam, ultimately confronts this challenge, and life gradually returns to a semblance of normalcy. After experiencing heartbreak from his first love, Gautam becomes enamored with his classmate Meenakshi, falling for her at ...

The song Why This Kolaveri Di? is a popular Tamil song from the 2012 film “3”. The song was written and sung by actor Dhanush, who also played the lead character in the film. It was composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who became a household name in the music industry after the success of the song.Best Headphone Deals Why This Kolaveri Di? translates to Why this rage, girl? and has become a viral phenomenon both in India and abroad. The song addresses the feelings of a scorned man after a breakup and his inability to understand why his lady love left him. The song’s lyrics are simple and use colloquial language, making it easily accessible to a wider audience. The musical style combines elements of Tamil folk music and Western pop, creating a catchy and unique melody. The success of “Why This Kolaveri Di?” lies in its heartfelt lyrics and the way it expresses the universal emotions of sadness and heartbreak. The song resonated with the audience due to its a...

The movie Jism 2 by Pooja Bhatt stars Sunny Leone who became famous from Bigg Boss. Before going to watch the movie, I was thinking that this movie will be more erotic and bold than Bipasha Basu's Jism. So let's find out what is the reality of this movie. Story The story of the film is based on the life of Izna (Sunny Leone), who has been betrayed in love. Izna gets a chance to take revenge from her ex-boyfriend Kabir (Randeep Hooda) and this opportunity is given to her by Ayan (Arunoday Singh), a senior officer of an intelligence agency. There are many ups and downs in the story while Izna takes revenge from her ex-boyfriend Kabir and Izna gets a chance to show off her body again and again. The story of the film is fine but due to too many twists and turns the film slows down, on top of that the director has presented the entire story in flashback. We see a book by Noam Chomsky and a biography of Che Guevara on the hero's coffee table. He is living a solitary life in a...

Microsoft garage Toolbar App My Workspace synced Office 365 with the Apple macOS. It offers an easy calendar overview access to MS office documents and files on OneDrive. The optional installable app can get placed in the toolbar area of macOS. My Workspace displays a chronological list of recent files. It is like the DropBox or OneNote app. Especially important files can get pinned and displayed in a list available per tab. This is especially useful for anyone who opens a large number of documents in a short time. They have quick access to the most important project data. A split function is also built into My Workspace. It allows access to individual files by a link. Outlook calendar in the snippet The built-in, scrollable mini-calendar view should be practical for the office work. You can see the appointments and tasks of the next hours without opening Outlook itself. From there, you can also answer invitations at the push of a button. You can start scheduled Skype meetings. A...

Indian Railways has shown remarkable improvements over the last few years. Special attention is now built on providing comfort for passengers. The railways have introduced some new trains. Indian Railways is coming up with a new strategy to make more use of ICT. This system will soon be introduced in all the tourist trains and railway coaches. Indian railway is also making serious efforts to include professionalism in their flow and make some organizational reforms. Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd or the IRCTC is the marketing wing of Indian Railways. It is currently working on some policies to accommodate private parties from the travel and tourism trade to participate in their joint venture. The Indian Railways is the largest of its kind in the world consisting of a manpower force of about 1.5 million workers. This is also referred to as the lifeline of the country and makes a great contribution to the growing economy of the nation. The Indian railway promis...