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Mellon Blue Diamond Sells for $25.5 Million at Christie’s Geneva Auction

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A spectacular 9.51-carat Fancy Vivid Blue diamond known as the “Mellon Blue” has sold for $25.5 million (CHF 20.5 million) at Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva on November 11, 2025. The sale, which fell within the pre-auction estimate of $20–30 million, attracted significant attention from collectors worldwide despite a cautious market climate.​ The pear-shaped […]

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Art Mumbai 2025: A Multidisciplinary Celebration of South Asian Art and Culture

Art Fair, art market /

Art Mumbai 2025 is set to deliver an ambitious, multidisciplinary programme from November 14 to 16, with a vibrant array of talks, performances, workshops, and curated walks across the city. This year’s fair spotlights regional and global dialogues, innovative art practices, and community engagement, establishing itself as a major destination on the cultural calendar.​ Key

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How Does Architecture Become Catalyst for Social Change in Rajasthan?

Architecture /

The Rajkumari Ratnavati Girl’s School in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert is an oval-shaped stone structure that has become both celebrated icon and contentious symbol in contemporary socially-engaged architecture. This $280,000 project by New York architect Diana Kellogg demonstrates how thoughtful design can directly address social barriers while raising complex questions about the relationship between architectural ambition

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Beginner’s Guide to Enjoying Architecture: How to Appreciate Buildings and Spaces in India

Architecture /

Architecture surrounds us—shaping how we live, work, and interact. Yet, for many, the beauty and meaning embedded in buildings often go unnoticed. For readers new to architecture, especially in the culturally rich context of India, learning to appreciate architectural heritage and contemporary design can transform everyday spaces into sources of discovery and inspiration. Observe Closely

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Art Fervour to Launch Kolkata Art Weekender This November

Art Festivals /

Art Fervour is set to launch Kolkata Art Weekender, a three-day city-wide art festival taking place from 21 to 23 November 2025 across Kolkata. The inaugural edition marks the city’s first major collective contemporary art event, bringing together leading galleries, artists, and cultural institutions. Kolkata Art Weekender will feature a diverse program of art exhibitions, heritage walks, workshops,

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Heritage First Festival to highlight Goa’s cultural and natural heritage

Festival /

The second edition of the Heritage First Festival will be held across Goa from November 14 to December 7, 2025. Organised by the not-for-profit Heritage First Goa (HFG), founded by heritage advocates Heta Pandit, Jack Ajit Sukhija, and Snigdha Manchanda, the festival aims to promote awareness and preservation of the state’s diverse cultural, ecological, and

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Dhokra, the 4,000-yr-old Craft Still Charming Buyers With Folk Motifs and Contemporary Range   

Design /

Aruna Raghuram When you think of Dhokra craft, three things come to mind – its antiquity, its intricate crafting process, and its appeal among contemporary clientele. Dhokra artisans have increased the range of their products to suit the needs of modern buyers. These products are sought after even in European cities like Milan, Paris and

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Garden of Weeds: Photography as Memory and Experiment at New Show in Mumbai

Exhibitions /

The exhibition “Garden of Weeds” opens at Sakshi Gallery, Colaba, Mumbai, on November 11, 2025, showcasing a distinctive selection of photographs from the collection of V. Sanjay Kumar. Curated to highlight nine celebrated artists, this presentation explores how photography has evolved as a medium through experiments with form, psychology, and politics. The artists featured in

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Teja Gavankar Explores Spatial Transformation in Mumbai Exhibition

Exhibitions /

Sakshi Gallery presents new works by sculptor and artist Teja Gavankar in a solo exhibition running from November 11 through December 6, 2025. According to press release, “Gavankar’s new body of work extends the artist’s preoccupation with built spaces and their impact on human psychology. Amidst a backdrop of uncertainty, the artist questions notions of

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Contemporary Artists Examine Urban Flux and Renewal at New Delhi Exhibition

Exhibitions /

The Visual Arts Gallery at India Habitat Centre is currently hosting Flux/Resonance, a group exhibition featuring ten prominent contemporary Indian artists, curated by Nalini Malaviya, a prominent Art consultant and curator. Running through November 11, 2025, the exhibition brings together works by Biswa Basu, S. Kantha Reddy, Malay Saha, Naba kumar Chakrabarty, Nandesha Shantiprakash, Partho

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