
Indian Navy tableau and brass band at Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, in Delhi
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The Indian Navy's ceremonial tableau proceeds along Kartavya Path during India's annual Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.
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This rare old archival footage from Chennai captures a timeless moment in the Indian guru–shishya parampara, where a teacher (guru) and his female student (vidyarthee) are seen singing and playing the violin together. Filmed in a traditional learning space, the video reflects the deep-rooted classical music culture of Chennai, widely regarded as the heart of South Indian Carnatic music. The violin, an essential instrument in Carnatic tradition, becomes a bridge between generations as the guru guides his student through melody, rhythm, and expression. The presence of a female student highlights the inclusive transmission of knowledge, where discipline, devotion, and daily practice shape young musicians. This footage offers a glimpse into how music was taught before the digital era — through
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