Alaknanda

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH Her Passion For Dance Helped Alaknanda to Vanquish Cancer Once upon a time, there was a little girl who loved all kinds of performing arts. Her musician father and music-loving mother encouraged her to sing and receive systematic training in Tagore music. Alongside her musical education, she attended public performances by legendary dancers such as Pandit Birju Maharaj and his contemporaries. One … Continue reading Alaknanda

Five Decades in US: His “Dil” is still Hindustani

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH Fifty-four years ago, he left the shores of his native land with just a few dollars in his pocket and dreams in his eyes, traveling to a new country in search of success and a better life. He had jumped midstream into what became popularly known as the Brain Drain syndrome. Today, decades later, he cannot stop smiling as he reflects on … Continue reading Five Decades in US: His “Dil” is still Hindustani