Bol Alaap in Hindustani vocal music is a technique that allows artists to improvise by stretching, reshaping, and expanding melodic notes using the actual lyrics of a piece (Bandish). Typically, singers start with the first line or phrase (Sthayi) of a composition like "Piya more, tore bina". During practice, they might sing pure vowel sounds such as "aa..." (Aakar Alaap) or repeat the line in a strict rhythm. When performing Bol Alaap, a vocalist emphasizes the emotional dep

Visual research is a qualitative method that employs images, videos, drawings, and maps to collect and analyze data. It transcends traditional text by capturing non-verbal experiences, cultural contexts, and emotional reactions. This methodology enables researchers to comprehend intricate social phenomena and human behaviors that are challenging to articulate in words. According to an AI overview, visual research methods can be categorized into three types based on the collec

Dr Ratan Kumar Roy, On behalf of the Organizing Committee, IVSA Workshop on Visual Research in South & Southeast Asia, informed that Dr Kishore's abstract has been selected for participation in the Workshop. The workshop related to theme of 'Methodological Opportunities, Challenges and Ethical Concerns in Visual Research' is going to be held at South Asian University, Rajpur Road, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi 110 068 (Contact Phone: +91 11 35656500) "We received a high volume of

Academia.ed via their email <premium@academia-mail.com> informed on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at 22:03:26 hours that that paper of this blogger Kishore, L. has been mentioned in an antropología paper with a focus on localized, accessible science education, this framework highlights how "toys and techniques" can empower students in underserved settings. The findings of Kishore's work, noted in anthropology and pedagogical literature, highlight the role of localized, micro-science

The Bhagavad Gita is being promoted as a subject at higher education level and for value education in schools within Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) as a component of National Education Policy 2020. This allows both Sanskrit and music teachers to incorporate the scripture into their teaching practices, which can also assist other subject teachers in integrating music into their lessons. Research shows that the Bol Alap compositions from the scripture can be beneficial. The Bol

A 'bol alap' is a type of melodic improvisation that uses lyrical words of any language including Sanskrit phrase "Karmanye vadhikaraste" (from Bhagavad Gita 2.47, कर्मण्येवाधिकारस्ते) as composition. It creates a meditative and introspective atmosphere, often found in Raag Bhupali or Darbari Kanada, by stretching out vowels and focusing on the philosophical significance of each word, which can be used, informs an AI overview prompt. This composition, also known as Bandish,

POEM Upon a battlefield, a weary soul, Arjuna stood, his mission taking toll. Before him, Krishna, calm and bright, A teacher born of purest light. He taught detachment, calm and clear, To act with purpose, free from fear. To love with all, a boundless grace, A servant's heart in every space. Not for himself, but for the good, He guided, as a true friend should. A leader mild, with selfless aim, Igniting life, a holy flame. He served with love, a selfless grace, Leading gentl

World Music Day (WMD), also called Fête de la Musique, is celebrated every year on June 21, which is the same day as the summer solstice. This day encourages both amateur and professional musicians to perform free concerts outdoors in public areas. The celebration started in Paris in 1982 and is now recognized in over 120 countries, including India. According to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) 2023, ancient classical music is being

The 2026 International Gita Mahotsav held in Tokyo, Japan, played a crucial role in fostering cultural and spiritual exchange. Spanning from June 19 to June 23 across Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, this five-day festival effectively brought together dignitaries, scholars, and spiritual leaders to honor the universal principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam -mthe world is one family - providing an overview through AI. Additionally, the festival featured a diverse array of academic symposi

Traditional yoga exercise routines can seem daunting or out of reach for many seniors. Chair yoga helps to close that gap by adapting basic yoga practices. It's an effective, low-impact workout that lets seniors do modified yoga poses while using a chair for support. Research from reputable sources like Harvard Health backs this up, showing it greatly boosts physical strength, increases flexibility, and lowers the risk of falls by enhancing stability. It's perfect for older a

The 12th International Day of Yoga is set to take place worldwide on Sunday, June 21, 2026, with the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing." This theme aims to emphasize how yoga can improve longevity, flexibility, joint mobility, and mental resilience, serving as a preventive healthcare option for our aging population. That said, Yoga Day has turned into more of a trend and a chance for people to show off. Still, some community groups are planning to host yoga sessions featuring po

Dog-yoga and goat-yoga being promoted as yoga therapies in the West, wrote this blogger on merinews,com -a CJ portal now closed down, (see clipping). The blogger wrote ahead of the International Day 2017, two forms of yoga are becoming popular in the West called dog-yoga (doga) and goat-yoga (goga). Doga and goga are the partner yoga classes in which clients do yoga in the presence of pet dogs and friendly goats respectively. A Short Note on Dog Yoga Doga, or dog yoga, is a u

The blog post published earlier "Yoga Day Tokenism: Quotes and Limerick" critiques the commercialization of the International Day of Yoga, arguing that massive public events often reduce a profound spiritual discipline to superficial performance. The post advocates for reclaiming yoga as a daily practice of inner reflection and mindfulness, utilizing lighthearted verse to encourage genuine engagement The post is reproduced on International Day of Yoga 2026. QUOTES All observa

National Reading day is observed on June 19 every year. Enhancing your reading skills goes beyond just how you comprehend the text; it also involves your sitting position while reading. Maintaining the correct reading posture is crucial to prevent physical discomfort over time. Whether you're flipping through a book or scrolling on a tablet, ensure you sit up straight with your lower back supported by the chair and your feet flat on the floor. Keep your shoulders relaxed and

Autistic Pride Day is celebrated on June 18. It's important to recognize that screen addiction and exposure to AI can lead to 'virtual autism,' which may result in learning delays. However, while the use of digital devices does not cause medical autism, excessive use of digital media in early childhood can imitate autistic behaviors, a phenomenon often referred to as virtual autism. True Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition primarily influ

Following the National Education Policy-2020, which emphasizes courses focused on employable skills and education for sustainable development, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced 'Entrepreneurship' as a comprehensive subject. Additionally, it has been included as a topic in business studies by the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) at the senior secondary level. For social sciences, including entrepreneurship, which possess their own term

Leadership and management are different yet work well together as complimentary aspects. Leaders aim to create a long-term vision, promote innovation, and inspire change, while managers focus on implementing that vision through planning, ensuring operational stability, and improving processes.It's important to recognize that leadership involves crafting a future vision, motivating team members to accept change, and questioning the norm to foster creativity and innovation. Man

Dr. Lalit Kishore, while speaking at a workshop on leadership at Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, on November 9, 2019, emphasised that leadership was innate in humans needed to be fostered and developed through process based facilitative learning; practice of pro-social skills; participative strategic action planning and execution to achieve a shared goal of the organisation which was invariably situational and contextual. Dr Kishore, who was then working at Disha Foun

Entries for the Commonwealth Association of Science, Technology & Mathematics Educators (CASTME) 2026 Awards have been invited which must be received by October 31 this year at the email castmeawards@gmail.com. The Successful recipients are announced at the Association for Science Education Conference (ASE) held in early January in England and publicised in CASTME Newsletter and website There are five award categories as follows 1. The Findel CASTME Protect Our Planet Award:

Zentangle is an art style based on drawing easy patterns (called tangles) to promote relaxation, creativity, attentive and focus. For monochrome Zentangle art, first grids are drawn which are foundational geometric frameworks used to anchor and repeat structured patterns, known as "tangles The grids are drawn freehand using a pen and pencil to build structured meditative designs. Common Types of Grids are as follows Square Grids: These are the most common structure cr