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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Didi recalls Nazrul poem on Tagore's passing
Kolkata: CM Mamata Banerjee chose Rakhi Purnima on Saturday — a day after Tagore's death anniversary — to post a poem by Kazi Nazrul Islam mourning Gurudev's passing in 1941. Political experts said the timing of the post was important, coming at a time when Bengal's migrant workers are being harassed in various BJP-governed states and NRC notices are being issued to people residing in Bengal. The post is an attempt to showcase how Bengal can rise above divisions and unite for its icons and its people through mutual respect, they said. "I wrote on social media that Rabindranath Tagore is our constant companion. We remember and celebrate him throughout the year, day and night. A little while ago, I was listening to Nazrul's poem, mourning Rabindranath's passing in 1941. It was broadcast on radio and is titled 'Rabihara'. It is a later version adorned with various images," Banerjee wrote on X. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata "This poem is not just a message of mourning; it is an extraordinary testament to the mutual respect, love, and deep emotions that linked the two legendary poets. Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam — the remarkable relationship between these two extraordinary figures of Bengal. I felt like sharing this invaluable memory with all of you," she added. This post, in Bengali, came a few minutes after Banerjee posted Tagore's words to usher in the rakhi festival. She also quoted Tagore's song 'Banglar Mati, Banglar Jol'. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nazrul's ‘Lakshan Geet' translations to be on display
Kolkata: Celebrating the completion of Kazi Nazrul Islam's 125th birth anniversary, Jibansmriti Archive will showcase two of his rare manuscripts that trace his foray into writing 'Lakshan Geet' in Bengali. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This is the first time manuscripts of Nazrul's translation of 'Lakshan Geet', to be put up at an exhibition from June 1 to 4, will be displayed for free public viewing. Founder and curator of Jibansmriti Archive Arindam Saha Sardar told TOI Raja Nawab Ali's 'Marif-ul-Naghmat', written in Arabic-influenced Urdu, probably came into Nazrul's possession in the mid-1930s. "Nazrul deciphered the contents of this book despite the language barrier. It remains unknown whether he sought help from an Urdu speaker. In this book, the poet chanced upon invaluable classical music resources, including 'Lakshan Geet' for over 150 ragas. His 'Sur o Shruti' is a slightly condensed Bengali translation of some portions of the book, 'Swar o Shruti'. This section has his translation of 'Lakshan Geet' into Bengali," Sardar said. 'Lakshan Geet' in Hindi refers to a song, the lyrics of which describe the complete characteristics of a raga. In the fag end of his life, Nazrul took to writing 'Lakshan Geet' in Bengali. He wrote six songs, one on each of the six 'thaat' of Indian classical music. But he fell ill soon after. In 2023, author and Nazrul researcher Ziad Ali donated two pages of the manuscript of Nazrul's 'Sur o Shruti' to the archive's Nazrul-Bhandar section. "These pages of Nazrul's translation of 'Lakshan Geet' were donated for preservation and to promote the study of Nazrul. The pages testify to the depth of the poet's constant exploration and experimentation in classical music. We are yet to get Nazrul's 'Lakshan Geet' manuscripts though they are available in the printed format," he said.
India.com
29-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Bank Holiday 29 May 2025: Branches To Be Closed In THIS State Today Due To...
New Delhi: Bank branches in Shimla will remain closed today (26 May 2025) account of Maharana Pratap Jayanti, as per RBI holiday list. It must be noted that the banks will NOT be closed for all the days consecutively in all states or regions. This is the total number of days when banks in different parts of the country will remain closed for state-observed holidays. For instance banks will be closed for Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam in Agartala, but in other states it will NOT be closed for the same reason. Bank Holidays In May 2025 Maharashtra Din/May Day (Labor Day: May ): May 1 Panchayat Election 2025: May 7 Birthday of Rabindranath Tagore: May 9 Buddha Pournima: May 12 State Day: May 16 Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam: May 26 Maharana Pratap Jayanti: May 29 Reserve Bank of India places its Holidays under three brackets --Holiday under Negotiable Instruments Act; Holiday under Negotiable Instruments Act and Real Time Gross Settlement Holiday; and Banks' Closing of Accounts. However, it must be noted that the bank holidays vary in various states as well not observed by all the banking companies. Banking holidays also depend on the festivals being observed in specific states or notification of specific occasions in those states.
Hans India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Banks to Stay Closed on May 26 and May 29 in Some States; Open on May 31
Banks in some Indian states will be closed on two weekdays next week because of local holidays. As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday list: Important Bank Closures: May 26 (Monday) Banks closed in Agartala Reason: Kazi Nazrul Islam's Birthday – a famous Bengali poet and freedom fighter May 29 (Thursday) Banks closed in Shimla Reason: Maharana Pratap Jayanti – honors the great Rajput king June 1 (Sunday) Nationwide bank holiday – all banks across India will be closed (Sunday) Bank Open Day: May 31 (Saturday) Banks will remain open Note: This is the fifth Saturday, not a regular holiday Only second and fourth Saturdays are bank holidays Online Services: Even when branches are closed, online banking will work as usual: NEFT & RTGS fund transfers ATM, debit, and credit card services Cheque book requests Account updates and locker applications May 2025 – RBI Declared Holidays: May 1 – Labour Day / Maharashtra Day May 9 – Rabindranath Tagore's Birthday May 12 – Buddha Purnima May 16 – State Day May 26 – Kazi Nazrul Islam's Birthday May 29 – Maharana Pratap Jayanti
Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Bank Holidays 2025: Why are banks closed today, May 26, in THIS state?
Bank Holidays 2025: On Monday, May 26, banks in Tripura (capital: Agartala) will be closed to mark Kazi Nazrul Islam's birth anniversary, a well-known figure in Bengali literature and India's freedom movement. However, this closure is not observed nationwide, and banks in the remaining states will continue to open as usual. Bank holidays in India are outlined by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), including the Negotiable Instruments Act, RTGS holidays, and other regional and national holidays, in addition to the mandatory weekly off on the second Saturday and Sunday of every month. Kazi Nazrul Islam was a recognised Bengali poet, lyricist, journalist, and musician, renowned for his revolutionary spirit, and his writings which emphasised themes such as social justice, human rights, resistance against oppression, spiritual devotion, and equality. Also known as the 'Bidrohi Kobi' or 'Rebel Poet', Kazi Nazrul was a major force behind the cultural and political awakening that happened during India's fight for independence. It's important to note that despite the physical closure of bank branches in Tripura, essential banking services will continue to be available through digital and self-service platforms: Customers are encouraged to plan any in-branch visits around the holiday and make use of online options for uninterrupted banking.
