Akashvani Kolkata’s History and Memories from Radio’s Golden Age
Akashvani Kolkata, originally known as Indian Broadcasting Service, began broadcasting on August 26, 1927, from No. 1 Garstin Place, featuring early talents like Nripendranath Majumdar and Rajendranath Sengupta. Renamed All India Radio in 1936 and later Akashvani in 1956, it became a cultural hub with diverse programs including women’s shows and music. A broadcaster recalls joining in 1971, highlighting the station’s role in connecting listeners to news, music, and theatre during radio’s golden age.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (65/100). Lens Score 21/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetelegraph broke this story on 18 Oct, 04:16 am. Other outlets followed.
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