India’s influence in world music is increasingly unmistakable, as Indian and Indian-origin artists secure nominations at the 68th Grammys. The annual ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, will see a strong Indian presence in major global music categories.

At the forefront is sitarist-composer Anoushka Shankar. Her latest EP, Chapter III: We Return to Light, created with sarod maestro Alam Khan and percussionist Sarathy Korwar, is nominated for Best Global Music Album. This project blends Indian classical traditions with modern sonic landscapes, embodying her two-decade journey of innovation and global reach.

Joining her in the global music sweep are composer Siddhant Bhatia’s album Sounds of Kumbha—a spiritually and sonically inspired co

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