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Harvard University researchers have completed a groundbreaking analysis of pigments used in traditional Indian paintings, creating the first comprehensive scientific dataset of materials employed by South Asian artists. The study, conducted under Harvard’s Mapping Color in History initiative, examined forty-two pigments and artists’ materials from the workshop of renowned traditional Indian miniature artist Babulal Marotia […]

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

Frieze London 2025 returns to Regent’s Park with renewed international ambition, positioning itself as one of the most globally representative editions in the fair’s 23-year history. Running from October 15-19, 2025, alongside its historical counterpart Frieze Masters, this year’s edition unites 168 galleries from 43 countries under the iconic white tents, reflecting an art world increasingly focused

Kerala’s architectural landscape is experiencing a renaissance, with innovative firms championing sustainable practices while honoring the state’s rich cultural heritage. These three studios are redefining contemporary architecture through their commitment to environmental consciousness, local materials, and community-centered design. 1. Pacha Life Design Studio – Champions of Green Living Location: Thrikkaipetta, WayanadFounded: 2018Founders: Shamal NS and

Ratan Thiyam, the internationally acclaimed theatre director and founder of Chorus Repertory Theatre, died Wednesday morning at RIMS hospital in Imphal after a brief illness. He was 77. Born on January 20, 1948, in Imphal West district to dancers Tarun Kumar and Bilasini Devi, Thiyam became one of India’s most significant theatre practitioners and a