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India Receives 105 Antiques Smuggled to the US in Follow-Up to PM’s Visit

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New York, July 18 (IANS) – In a significant development following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Washington, India has successfully received a batch of 105 stolen antiques that were recovered by US officials. The repatriation ceremony took place at India’s Consulate General in New York, where India’s Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, […]

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Mayurbhanj Artist Depicts India’s Moon Mission Chandrayaan-3 Through Smoke Art

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India recently carried out its highly anticipated lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, on July 14 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh. While the country’s ‘Bahubali’ rocket successfully placed the moon spacecraft, Chandrayaan-3, into orbit, India eagerly awaits the lander’s soft landing on the moon’s surface, scheduled for August 23. Spanning from July 14 to

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A Weave as Old as Time: Story of Himroo Fabrics

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Himroo, a word derived from Persia, holds a regal past. Once, it was intricately woven with threads of pure gold and silver, crafted exclusively for the noble families. The tale begins when a group of skilled weavers migrated from Delhi to Daulatabad in the 14th century, near Aurangabad, prompted by King Mohammad Bin Tughlaq’s decision

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11 Famous Art Forms of India that You Should Definitely Check Out

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India is renowned for its rich and diverse artistic heritage, encompassing a multitude of art forms that reflect its cultural, religious, and regional diversity. From intricate paintings to vibrant dance forms, India’s art forms have captivated audiences around the world. These art forms not only serve as a means of creative expression but also convey

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Rare Opportunity to Witness Masterpieces by Picasso, Dali, Chagall, Matisse, Renoir, and More at Auction in India

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In a remarkable event for art enthusiasts in India, AstaGuru is set to host an extraordinary auction featuring renowned masterpieces by some of the world’s greatest artists. From Pablo Picasso to Salvador Dali, Joan Miro to Henri Matisse, and Andy Warhol to Bernard Buffet, this auction offers a unique opportunity to experience the works of

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‘Run As Slow As You Can’: TOILETPAPER’s Immersive Art Exhibition Makes India Debut at NMACC, Curated by Nita Ambani

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Renowned Italian creative studio TOILETPAPER, founded by Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari in 2010, is set to make its India debut with the immersive visual art exhibition ‘Run As Slow As You Can.’ The exhibition will be brought to India by businesswoman Nita Ambani and will be hosted at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre

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Art Festival Bridges UK and India: Celebrating Female Artists and Addressing Women’s Rights

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An international collaborative art project, Artdom, is set to showcase the creative talents of nine female visual artists from India and an equal number from the United Kingdom. The project aims to initiate cultural exchange and artistic dialogue between the two nations. Artdom, founded by Swedish-Iranian artist and activist Arghavan Agida, has previously connected artists

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15 Antiquities from New York’s Met Among 150 Returning to India in 3-6 Months

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In a significant development, the Union Culture Secretary, Govind Mohan, announced that fifteen antiquities returned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York are expected to arrive in India within the next 3-6 months. This marks the first batch of antiquities that the Met has willingly agreed to return to India, showcasing a positive

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Renowned Nature Photographer K. Jayaram Passes Away, Leaves Behind a Captivating Legacy

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Renowned nature photographer K. Jayaram, a pioneer in macro photography in India, passed away at the age of 74 in Coimbatore. His demise is a great loss to the world of photography and nature enthusiasts alike. Jayaram, who dedicated his life to capturing the beauty of nature, leaves behind a legacy of exceptional work and

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Lalit Mohan Sen: Rediscovering a Modern Maestro of Indian Art

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A large-scale retrospective exhibition is all set to open on the legendary yet fairly unknown artist, Lalit Mohan Sen (1898-1954) at Emami art gallery on 14th July 2023 curated by Debdutt Gupta. An exhibition that shall highlight the life story of this unknown personality and showcase some of his seminal works of art including paintings,

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