The Legacy of Musical Genius Upholding a Musical Legacy That Spans Centuries Does Not Come Easy
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In Quotes “We want to see a THE GL BAL TIMES cooperative, harmonious, sharing and caring world.” MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2018 www.theglobaltimes.in PM Narendra Modi at World Economic Forum Republic Day Timeline INSIDE 1950: IAF comes into being after re- moval of the word Royal 1955 : Rajpath fixed as parade venue 1957: First bravery awards announced 1959: First time, a civilian boy Harish Chandra Mehra, recipient of the first bravery award in 1958, participated in the Republic Day parade 1961: Beating retreat made the official Work from home, P3 part of Republic Day celebrations 1965: Hindi declared as the national language of India 1969: First time a chief guest from the Balkan country was invited 1972: For the first time the chief guest from Mauritius was invited. 2015: Obama becomes the first US President to become the chief guest of Republic Day ceremony. Tectonic Talk, P 7 2016: First time that a foreign military contingent of France marched in the Republic Day parade. Retired military soldiers, central armed police forces and state police bands also participated Would you watch in the beating retreat for the first time. 'Padmaavat' in the face of 2017: First time the LCA Tejas flew threats made by fringe the fly past and for the first time con- groups? tingent of NSG marched in the parade. 2018: For the first time the women bik- a) Yes b) No ers of BSF showcased their prowess c) Can’t say On Route 26 and for the first time around 700 stu- To vote, log on to dents participated in the celebrations. www.theglobaltimes.in 69th Republic Day Was Hallmark Of Indian Pride POLL RESULT Stuti Kalra, GT Network Path to Rajpath Diplomacy- the way to democracy Marching towards glory for GT Edition January 22, 2018 The very first Republic Day was cele- The heads of states we have hosted as The parade at Rajpath is more than just a Will the recent rift between s India still reels in the fervour of brated at Irwin Stadium (Major Dhyan chief guests on various Republic Days is a display of defense, arts and culture. It is CJI & SC judges, weaken its 69th Republic Day celebra- Chand Stadium). The first and then Presi- testimony of our tolerant and cooperative the showcase of our military might. A mes- the country’s apex judicial Ations, the whiff of patriotism still dent Dr Rajendra Prasad had arrived in a approach towards the world. While Presi- sage to the world that in spite of being a institution? lingers in the air. Here’s going down the royal horse carriage for the grand celebra- dent Sukarno, the first president of In- tolerant and amicable state, we have our Can’t 80% Yes memory lane on Route 26. tions. For the period between 1950-54 the donesia was the chief guest at the first indigenous, world class Agni, Arjun, Tejas, 64% No Say celebrations took place across different Republic Day celebration on January 26, Brahmos and Rudra to protect our borders 48% Rainy Republic venues like Kingsway camp, Red Fort and 1950, Governor General Malik Ghulam and the nation. It is the display of our cul- 32% The relationship of rains and Republic Day Ramlila grounds. Rajpath was chosen as Muhammad of Pakistan was the first chief tural roots which have nurtured this 12% 16% 14% 0% 74% is an everlasting one. It rained cats and the venue for Republic Day celebration on guest of our first Republic Day celebration democracy with the virtues of Vasudhaiv Results as on January 27, 2018 dogs on Jan 26, 1950, the day the consti- January 26, 1955 and since then Rajpath on Rajpath in 1955. This, in spite of the Kutumbakam and Satyamev Jayate. It is tution was adopted. And it has rained on has been a witness to number of heads of rising tensions between India and Pakistan the march of the young India towards Coming Next numerous Republic Day celebrations ever states, choicest of the tableaux, might of back then. In a historic first, the ten state world engagement and empowerment. It is AIS PV Contest Edition since, but it has never hampered the cele- our defense forces and the prowess of the heads of ASEAN graced our Republic Day the march of the common man of India to- brations of largest democracy in the world. citizenry of India. celebrations this year. wards being inclusive and forward.G T The legacy of musical genius Upholding A Musical Legacy That Spans Centuries Does Not Come Easy Parul Mundral, AIS Gur 46, X J ranas have been made not to create differ- ences, but to carry forward and experiment ith numerous awards to his with certain styles and legacies of music for credit, Abhay Rustum Sopori is a creating new while practicing the old. Wmusician beyond compare. Up- holding the legacy of a family that has been Music comes (a)live playing santoor for seven generations, he There is nothing that can come close to the has vowed everyone every time he has experience of a live performance. Nothing can strummed the santoor. GT Reporters get up match the pleasure of being able to create mu- close and personal with this musical genius. sical reverberations in synchrony with the na- Abhay Sopori with GT reporters ture when the whole universe seems to come Music in my blood alive. It’s great to see so many people want to My family has been producing great musi- a shadow of my father. I had the responsi- attend live concerts and performances. cians for three centuries now. My first men- bility of upholding a legacy. The pressure of tor was my dada ji. He was the guiding expectations was immense. But the teach- Music lies in balance force who played an important role in my ings of my dada ji and consistent training It’s a myth that academics and music cannot journey of music. It’s because of his disci- and support of my papa ji ensured that I did- be pursued simultaneously. Musicians in fact plined and affectionate leadership that I’ve n’t budge or lose heart ever. In fact, now are a very highly educated and erudite people. achieved so much in life. I consider myself when I look back, I find that all those ex- These days there are many exemplary artists lucky to have been born into this family of pectations made me strong and powerful who have managed their academics and pas- maverick musicians. It has taught me the from within. It motivated me to work harder sion for music with an equal adeptness. The discipline, patience and inquisitive- for my aim. idea is to strike a balance. ness to explore melody in the world. Music knows no boundaries Award galore Music is food for the soul, no matter what Music is my kind you listen to. I listen to Michael Jack- Kalawant Samman (2004) aim son and Adele as well as Ghulam Ali and Ustaad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar (2006) I always Beethoven. Music world over has 7 notes Sangeet Bhushan Award (2007) wanted to be and these 7 notes can weave infinite num- National Dogri Award (2009) a musician, ber of sounds ranging from fast to slow, Bharat Shiromani Award (2009) but in my sweet to loud, velvety to electric and much Ma Sharika Samman (2009) initial years I more. It’s a whole beautiful musical world Jammu and Kashmir State Award (2011) dreaded becoming sans boundaries out there. Genres and gha- 2 Canada Switzerland South Korea THE GLOBAL TIMES THE GLOBAL World gathers to discuss economic remedies Olympic Flame Crosses ‘The Unification Bridge’ Hat Trick in being ‘The Best’ 48th annual meeting of The torch of 2018 Winter World Mirror World News According to The US News and World World Economic Forum Olympic which is to be held in Report on the best country list, was held at Daavos from Pyeongchang County, South Canada is listed second best country, January 23-26, 2018. 70 Korea from Feb 9-25, 2018 next only to Switzerland for the third heads of states, 38 heads of crossed the Unification bridge GT keeps the newswire ticking by bringing time. The rankings are based on the international organisations between North Korea and | MONDAY, JANUARY 29,2018 JANUARY MONDAY, parameters like adventure, cultural like World Bank, WTO and IMF and around South Korea on January 19, 2018. The bridge borders you news from around the globe influence, openness to business, etc. 2000 CEOs from world over participated in the the demilitarized zone between North Korea and meeting. They shared their views on ‘Creating a South Korea. 600 bicyclists accompanied the torch. shared future in a fractured world’. News and Views News and Japan Avalanche and Volcano almost France together On Jan 23, 2018 an avalanche ‘Pope of French cuisine’ Paul Bocuse no more occurred shortly after the One of the greatest French Chef Paul Bocuse volcano Kusatsu-Shirane, a popularly known as ‘Monsieur Paul’, and named 2,160-metre (7,090 ‘chef of the century’ by the Gault- ft) active volcano Millau in 1989, and The Culinary erupted. Skiers Institute of America in 2011 died on were hit by black January 20 at the age of 91, due to volcanic rocks Parkinson’s disease. Bocuse is best which came out known for his Nouvelle during the volcanic Cuisine revolution in 1970s. eruption. Around 15 people were He was the only chef in injured by the volcanic rocks. France who held the coveted 3 Three people caught in the star Michelin ratings for more avalanche were also rescued.