Shankar Mahadevan Receives Honorary Doctorate in Kolkata

Olena Furman, a talented musician from Ukraine, has found a supportive community in Warren after fleeing her homeland, where she served as a choir director. With assistance from local music educators, she aims to bring musical education to her new students, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to revive her passion for music. In Uttarakhand, Tulsi Rajbar, a member of the endangered Raji tribe, faces challenges after floods destroyed her work as a cultural educator, forcing her back into daily labor amid dwindling resources for her community. Meanwhile, the cello octet 'Amplitudes' is set to perform in Montenegro, showcasing the unique musical potential of eight cellos in a groundbreaking concert series. Karthik Venkatesh's research on Indian languages reveals rich historical ties among them, culminating in a book that explores their fluid evolution. Lastly, Grammy-winning musician Shankar Mahadevan emphasizes the power of music as a tool for social messages, urging that sincerity in artistry transcends linguistic barriers.