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Time of India
3 days ago
- 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.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025: Date, school holiday, biography, contributions & best birthday wishes
Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025: Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025 will be celebrated on 26th May 2025, which falls on a Monday. It marks the birth anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam. He was a famous Bengali poet, musician, and freedom fighter. This day is a public holiday in Tripura. It is celebrated with joy in West Bengal, Tripura, and Bangladesh. When is Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025? Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti celebrates the birth of Kazi Nazrul Islam. He is famously known as the "Rebel Poet." He was born on 24th May 1899 in Churulia, British India (now in West Bengal). Nazrul was a well-known poet, musician, and freedom fighter. His work inspired people during the fight for independence from British rule. He wrote boldly against social injustice, religious hatred, and gender inequality. He is deeply respected in Bengali literature and culture. Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti School Holiday 2025 In 2025, Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti is a public holiday in Tripura. Schools in the region will stay closed on this day. The holiday gives students and people a chance to take part in cultural programs. Biography of Kazi Nazrul Islam Kazi Nazrul Islam was born into a Bengali Muslim family. He showed interest in the arts from a young age while working with a rural theatre group. He later joined the British Indian Army during World War I. After the war, he became a journalist in Kolkata. There, his nationalist and revolutionary thoughts grew stronger. Nazrul was famous for his fiery poems and songs. He wrote nearly 4,000 songs, known as 'Nazrul Geeti.' These songs are still loved by Bengali-speaking people. Sadly, Nazrul suffered from Pick's disease, a rare brain disorder. His health slowly declined, and he became isolated. In 1972, he moved to Bangladesh. There, he was honoured as the national poet. He passed away in 1976. Famous Contributions of Kazi Nazrul Islam to Bengali Literature Nazrul's poetry was different from traditional Bengali writing. He wrote about freedom, love, equality, and justice. He composed thousands of songs. These songs still influence Bengali music and culture today. Nazrul stood against all kinds of oppression and hate. He supported peace between communities and spoke up for women's rights. His powerful words inspired the fight for freedom in both India and Bangladesh. How is Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti Celebrated? The day is celebrated with cultural programs, poetry recitations, and musical performances. Seminars are also held to highlight Nazrul's life and work. Schools, colleges, and cultural groups organise events. These events honour his role in literature and social change. Best Birthday Wishes for Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025 'Happy Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025! May the spirit of the Rebel Poet inspire us to fight for justice, equality, and freedom every day.' 'On this special day, let's remember the fearless voice of Kazi Nazrul Islam who taught us to stand against oppression. Happy Nazrul Jayanti!' 'Wishing you a meaningful Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti! May his poetry and songs continue to enlighten and empower generations.' 'Happy Birthday to the poet of revolution and love! Kazi Nazrul Islam's legacy will forever inspire us to rise above hatred and injustice.' 'Celebrate the birth anniversary of the great Kazi Nazrul Islam by embracing his message of unity and courage. Happy Nazrul Jayanti 2025!' 'May the fearless words of Kazi Nazrul Islam ignite the flame of hope and change in our hearts. Wishing you a joyful Nazrul Jayanti!' 'Remembering the poet who gave voice to the voiceless. Happy Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti! Let's keep his revolutionary spirit alive.' 'On Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti, let's honor the legacy of a true visionary who fought for freedom with pen and music. Happy Birthday!' 'Wishing everyone a blessed Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti 2025! May his teachings inspire peace, harmony, and courage in our lives.' 'Happy Nazrul Jayanti! May the immortal words of Kazi Nazrul Islam continue to guide us towards justice and equality.' Why is Kazi Nazrul Islam Called the Rebel Poet? Kazi Nazrul Islam is known as the "Rebel Poet." His poetry was bold and fearless. He strongly opposed British rule and social injustice. His famous poem Bidrohi ("The Rebel") expresses his defiance against tyranny. It shows his strong spirit to fight for freedom and equality. Nazrul's writings also spoke out against religious hatred and caste discrimination. He stood for unity and justice. His activism went beyond poetry. He took part in protests and was even imprisoned for his views. This made him a true symbol of rebellion and human dignity. For more informative articles on historical and upcoming events from around the world, please visit Indiatimes Events.
Straits Times
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Some Putra Heights house owners in Malaysia still waiting for aid after gas pipeline explosion
Some Putra Heights house owners in Malaysia still waiting for aid after gas pipeline explosion SUBANG JAYA - It has been almost two months since a gas pipeline explosion rocked Putra Heights in Subang Jaya but several affected residents are still waiting for aid that was promised to them. These include the RM2,000 (S$604) a month from the Selangor government to cover rental for up to six months, RM500 in schooling aid from the Education Ministry and access to a car for personal use. The April 1 explosion destroyed 81 homes, badly damaged 57 and partially damaged 81. Resident Azam Mokhtar said many homeowners had to rent elsewhere. 'We were told that the Selangor government would disburse the first three months' rental assistance in a lump sum but there has been no update.' On April 30, it was reported that RM2.73 million in rental assistance has been allocated for 455 families affected by the disaster. Selangor's cheif minister Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the number was an increase from the previously reported 396 families, following several requests, applications and ongoing investigations by the authorities. 'The rent will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of the affected families', he said. Mr Amirudin stated that 214 families had received the aid, while they were waiting for verification of bank accounts, identity cards and other related documents for the remaining number. Mr Azam said they were also told the gas pipeline will resume operations soon. 'We are in the dark about what safety measures will be in place,' he said. Fellow resident Nazrul Aziz said many who lost their vehicles in the blast lacked transport after the expiration of the free car scheme. According to media report, several automobile manufacturers had offered victims free use of a car for a month. Mr Nazrul said now that the period had expired, they had to pay between RM1,000 and RM3,000 a month to extend the car rental. He added that 'this is causing us financial strain as we still have to pay loan instalments for our destroyed cars'. The father of two also questioned plans to rebuild the damaged homes. It was reported that Malaysia's housing government would undertake repairs of homes that were completely destroyed, but Mr Nazrul said that owners were told that repairs would not involve wiring and utilities installation. THE STAR/ ASIA NEWS NETWORK Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Star
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Some Putra Heights house owners still waiting for aid
The gas pipeline explosion at Putra Heights on April 1 destroyed many homes and vehicles. — Filepic Victims struggling to service loans for houses, destroyed vehicles IT has been almost two months since a gas pipeline explosion rocked Putra Heights in Subang Jaya but several affected residents are still waiting for aid that was promised to them. These include the RM2,000 a month from the Selangor government to cover rental for up to six months, RM500 in schooling aid from the Education Ministry and access to a car for personal use. The April 1 explosion destroyed 81 homes, badly damaged 57 and partially damaged 81. Resident Dr Muhammad Azam Mokhtar said many homeowners had to rent elsewhere. 'We were told that the Selangor government would disburse the first three months' rental assistance in a lump sum but there has been no update.' On April 30, it was reported that RM2.73mil in rental assistance has been allocated for 455 families affected by the disaster. Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the number was an increase from the previously reported 396 families, following several requests, applications and ongoing investigations by the authorities. 'The rent will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of the affected families.' Amirudin stated that 214 families had received the aid, while they were waiting for verification of bank accounts, identity cards and other related documents for the remaining number. Dr Muhammad Azam said they were also told the gas pipeline will resume operations soon. 'We are in the dark about what safety measures will be in place,' he said. Fellow resident Nazrul Abd Aziz said many who lost their vehicles in the blast lacked transport after the expiration of the free car scheme. According to media report, several automobile manufacturers had offered victims free use of a car for a month. Nazrul said now that the period had expired, they had to pay between RM1,000 and RM3,000 a month to extend the car rental. 'This is causing us financial strain as we still have to pay loan instalments for our destroyed cars.' The father of two also questioned plans to rebuild the damaged homes. It was reported that Syarikat Perumahan Negara Bhd (SPNB) would undertake repairs of homes that were completely destroyed. Nazrul said owners were told that repairs would not involve wiring and utilities installation.
The Star
12-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Interim government bans former ruling party
THE interim government has banned all activities of the former ruling Awami League party headed by former influential prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted last year in a mass uprising. Asif Nazrul, the country's law affairs adviser, said on Saturday that the interim Cabinet headed by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus decided to ban the party's activities online and elsewhere under the country's Anti-Terrorism Act. The ban would stay in place until a special tribunal completes a trial of the party and its leaders over the deaths of hundreds of students and other protesters during an anti-government uprising in July and August last year. 'This decision is aimed at ensuring national security and sovereignty, protection of activists of the July movement, and plaintiffs and witnesses involved in the tribunal proceedings,' Nazrul told reporters after a special Cabinet meeting. Nazrul said the meeting also expanded the scope for trying any political parties involving charges of killing during the anti-Hasina protest being handled by the International Crimes Tribunal. He said a government notification regarding the ban would be published soon with details. Hasina and many of her senior party colleagues have been accused of murder in many cases after her ouster last year. Hasina has been in exile in India since Aug 5 as her official residence was stormed by protesters soon after she left the country. The United Nations human rights office in a report said in February that up to 1,400 people may have been killed during three weeks of anti-Hasina protest. — AP
