Chat up: Gone, not forgotten

Gone, not forgotten

On Zubeen Garg’s 53rd birthday, his wife Garima shared an emotional Instagram tribute recalling their life together since 2002 and expressing the pain of losing him. Fans continue honouring his musical legacy, with his film Roi Roi Binale recently released. Zubeen Garg died on September 19, and the Assam government formed an SIT to investigate his death.

Vantara tales

Vantara: Sanctuary Stories, a new six-episode wildlife docuseries, explores Gujarat’s vast rescue and rehabilitation centre housing over a million animals. Hosted by Forrest Galante, it showcases rescue efforts, veterinary care and stories like rehabilitating a tiger and caring for a jaguar. Created by Anant Ambani, the sanctuary highlights compassion, conservation and animal welfare innovation.

Cultural odyssey

The National Museum of Australia and Kiran Nadar Museum of Art are bringing Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters to New Delhi. Showcasing 300 artworks, multimedia and immersive installations, the exhibition narrates an Aboriginal creation saga. Museum leaders highlight its cultural importance, celebrating 65,000 years of First Nations heritage and strengthening India–Australia dialogue.

Sentimental row

A complaint was filed against filmmaker SS Rajamouli for allegedly hurting Hindu sentiments by saying he did not believe in Lord Hanuman during a Varanasi promotional event in Hyderabad. Police are investigating but have not registered a case. The event marked the teaser launch featuring Mahesh Babu, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Priyanka Chopra.