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Artists and INTACH Launch Campaign to Save Heritage Structures in Udupi

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Artists, in collaboration with the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH)-Udupi subchapter, have initiated a campaign to preserve the heritage structures of Udupi. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting these structures and prevent the demolition of a 117-year-old building that served as the old jail. Background and […]

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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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Liverpool Arab Arts Festival Celebrates 25 Years with a Focus on Storytelling and Cultural Unity

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Liverpool Arab Arts Festival, the UK’s longest-running Arab arts festival, is celebrating its 25th year by exploring the theme of storytelling and storytellers. The festival, which began in 1998 with the aim of preserving Arab arts, culture, and heritage, has become a symbol of unity, showcasing how cultural events can bring diverse communities together in

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Reviving the Legacy: Kashmiri Artisan Mohammad Aslam Bhat Saves the Dying Craft of Copperware

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In the picturesque valleys of Kashmir, an ancient craft teeters on the edge of extinction. The Kashmiri copperware industry, once vibrant and thriving, now faces the overwhelming dominance of machine-made products. However, amidst this gloom, one artisan stands tall, Mohammad Aslam Bhat, who has taken it upon himself to revive this fading art form. Through

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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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Preserving Tamil Nadu’s Rock Art: Urgent Action Needed to Safeguard Cultural Heritage

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The rock art sites in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the regions of Coimbatore and the Nilgiris, are facing severe destruction and disfigurement. During a recent visit to the Kumittipathi hillock, former epigraphist R Jegadeesan and his team were appalled to find the drawings ruined by overwriting, scribbling, and personal inscriptions. Similarly, at Kovanur, villagers unknowingly

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Art Historians Unlock Secrets Hidden in Layers of Paint at the Viceroys’ and Governors’ Portrait Gallery in Old Goa

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The Viceroys’ and Governors’ Portrait Gallery in Old Goa, housed within the former Convent of the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, has long been overlooked by tourists visiting the region. However, a team of dedicated art historians and experts is now shedding light on the hidden stories within the collection. The Archaeological Museum and

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A Craft Catalyst, Life of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay

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Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay, an often overlooked and forgotten figure, was far more than a mere sum of her achievements. Widely recognised as the driving force behind the revival of India’s diverse craft traditions and a staunch advocate for “tribal art” after independence, Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay’s influence extended beyond her expertise in Indian handicrafts. She played a significant

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A Tapestry of Life: Why Depicting Animals and Birds in Ancient Indian Art?

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Birds and animals play an important role in human life. They are essential to many facets of human life, including food, entertainment, and ecological harmony. Due of the numerous advantages they provide, humans have frequently equated them with deities and given them supernatural abilities. Human and animal existence have been intertwined since the stone era.

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Architect David Adjaye Unveils his Most Innovative Museum Design for India’s Premier Private Collector, KNMA

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Aditya Sisodia In a time marked by heightened nationalist politics, the forthcoming Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) in Delhi stands as a testament to India’s diverse cultures and religions. Scheduled to open in 2026, the museum represents a monumental project that aims to become the nation’s premier modern and contemporary art institution. Its visionary

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