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* Padma Bhushan for singer S P Balasubrahmaniam, Carnatic vocalist R K Shastry Srikantan, Kathakali. NEW DELHI: Dr Kapila Vatsayayan, the veteran art historian and art administrator and renowned filmmaker A Nageshwar Rao have been conferred the Padma Vibhushan, the nation's second highest civilian honour, on the occasion of the nation's Republic Day.
read moreMUMBAI: On the occasion of India's 61st Republic Day, 92.7 BIG FM, the radio initiative of Reliance Broadcast Network Limited (RBNL) has planned a special event called 'Constitution of Music.' where kids across 45 cities will go on-air and sing unplugged version of our national song �Vande Mataram'. The song dedicated to our very own mother India and its beauty will ensure the feeling of patriotism spreads across the nation through this small initiative by 92.7 BIG FM.
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Eminent lyricist, writer and top creative advertising professional and Jury member Prasoon Joshi, tells Pavan R Chawla that the best things about the Uninor Mirchi Music Awards 2010 powered by Karbonn Mobiles is that they are fair, are decided by musicians and very respected people, and that the organisers have their commitment strongly in place. Why did you say yes to Mirchi music awards jury?
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* Dev Anand unveils the new �Hum Dono Rangeen' CD MUMBAI: Even as cinema lovers await the release of Navketan Films' iconic Hum Dono in colour on 4th Februray, Radio Mirchi's retro show Purani Jeans saw the legendary Dev Anand re-launch the eternal melodies of the film when he unveiled the �Hum Dono Rangeen' CD at the Mirchi studio.
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* Siliguri station's RJ Dorjee and Bhavna complete 1000 episodes of Misty Subha
read more* Educates Mumbaikars about their rights on Republic Day MUMBAI: This Republic Day, Red FM is educating Mumbaikars about their rights. The station launched �What the Haq?!' on Monday, to air till 26 January. Red FM RJs will interact with RTI activists and human rights lawyers and discuss with them a common man's Haqs (rights).
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* Releases his documentary in its Gurus of Bandish series MUMBAI: After the tragic demise of the guru of bandish, Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, Shemaroo Entertainment has sought to remind music lovers that it has already released a documentary on the legendary singer The Gurus of Bandish - Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, on DVD and VCD. It features his work and also has an insight on all the songs sung by the legend. Ragas like Kedar, Durbari Kanada, Todi and Poorvi, among others are a highlight of the release
read moreMUMBAI: Celebrating its delightful 10 years in the automobile industry, �AMARON' battery, India's leading automotive brand wanted to leverage the opportunity to engage with their key influencers influence i.e., �Mechanics'. The brief to BIG LIVE, India's leading experiential marketing division of Reliance Broadcast Network was to delight the mechanics to enhance brand equity amongst trade, to build awareness and to create a sense of belongingness with Amaron through an engagement activity spread across Delhi, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai.
read moreMUMBAI: Raaj – one of the most awaited movies of the year launched its music for the first time on Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM in the presence of the stars Sumanth, Priyamani and V.N. Adithya - Director. Mirchi listeners got to interact with their favorite stars and were treated to the songs of �Raaj' for the first time ever.
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Javed Akhtar, Chairman of the Jury of Uninor Mirchi Music Awards 2010 powered by Karbonn Mobiles, and popular singer Kavita Kirshnamurthy, his fellow-Jury member, tell Pavan R Chawla why they have been associated with the awards from its inception three years ago, and the qualities a song has to possess to be a strong contender to win this prestigious award. Both of you have been associated with the Mirchi Music Awards since Day One, that is, for three years now. Why?
read moreMUMBAI: Samsung India has appointed Raj Kumar Rishi as VP, business head for its Audio Visual (AV) business. In this role, Rishi will be responsible for managing the sales and marketing of Samsung's AV portfolio that comprises Flat Panel, LED, LCD TVs, Home Theatre and Digital Imaging products like Camera and Camcorders. He will be reporting directly to Samsung India deputy MD Ravinder Zutshi. Prior to joining Samsung India, Rishi was with Hewlett - Packard India as the Director - IWS & Consumer GTMU (printers and supplies) IPG.
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MUMBAI: India’s music has long been celebrated for its depth, diversity, legendary artists, and mread more
MUMBAI: To further propel India's music artists onto the global stage, YouTube announced a suiteread more
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MUMBAI: World-renowned singer, dancer, and music producer XIN LIU makes a bold return with a brand new EP, “Passion,” in collaboration with 88rising...read more
MUMBAI: Enrique Iglesias is reportedly set to perform in Mumbai this October, marking his long-awaited return to India after more than a decade....read more
MUMBAI: Hanita Bhambri, previously known for her soulful indie-pop sound, has transformed her artistry with the release of her groundbreaking ‘dark...read more
MUMBAI: KR$NA, a renowned rapper and hip-hop artist known for revolutionising the hip-hop industry, will debut as the first Indian rapper to perform...read more
MUMBAI: Following the success of recent singles ‘High Hopes’ and ‘House of Cards’, DJ/producer, NOCUI, returns with his striking new EP CLUB EXIT - a...read more
