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Google Doodle Celebrates the 93rd Birthday of Polish Sculptor Magdalena Abakanowicz

Pratiksha Shome  Yesterday was the artist Magdalena Abakanowicz‘s 93rd birthday. Google sent the artist a “doodle” in honour of her birthday, an image that appears in the search browser’s place of the company’s name. Several of Abakanowicz’s well-known pieces are included in the picture, including pieces from her bigger series like “Abakans” (1970–78) and “Agora”

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Curating an exhibition of the fake and the forged art!

Tsuktiben Jamir The intriguing exhibition “Art and Artifice: Fakes from the Collection” at the London Courtauld Gallery reveals a series of fantastic art forgeries, illuminating art’s misleading nature. This exhibition explores purposeful fabrication to question the idea of accidental forgery. Through the exhibition, the Courtauld Gallery, which is associated with a prestigious postgraduate school of

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Lost Treasures: Tragic Fate of Valuable Artworks and Lives in RMS Titanic

Smriti Malhotra The sinking of the Iconic RMS Titanic on 14th April 1912 some 111 years from now still captivates the masses. With over 1,300 passengers, it was the biggest ship on the sea at the time. The untimely passing of about 1,500 passengers and the loss of massive cargo that boarded the ship haunted

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The Woman who Knew 16 Different Stiches: The story of Hansiba Museum and Craft Resource Centre

Smriti Malhotra  In the heart of Gujarat, where the vibrant hues of the state lies, a story of a unique museum conceptualised and run by the women embroiderers of the region called Hansiba Museum and Craft Resource Centre. Within its brick and mortar walls lies the sound of empowered women stitching new cultural tapestries onto

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Kaleidoscopic World of Khes: Rich Textile Tradition of Punjab

Smriti Malhotra  Within the vibrant and patterned tapestry of Punjab’s cultural heritage, lies a multifaceted textile tradition called Khes weaving. For years, women of the state have been weaving beautiful khes creations to be taken away with them to their future homes once they are married. The khes can be used as a quilt, as

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Decoding Indonesia’s Capital Shift: The Transition from Jakarta to Nusantara

Smriti Mahotra Nusantara, Indonesia’s groundbreaking new capital, epitomises President Jokowi’s ambitious vision for a future characterised by sustainability, inclusivity, and economic vitality. Positioned strategically and designed to be environmentally conscious, Nusantara is poised to become a global exemplar of intelligent and eco-friendly urban development. With its focus on creating a livable environment, robust infrastructure, and

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Bihar Museum Biennale: Exploring Espionage Operations and Shaping the Future of Museums

Aditya Sisodia The Bihar Museum is captivating visitors with its showcase of famous espionage operations, highlighting the intriguing world of spies and secret missions. Espionage has always captivated people’s imaginations, whether through thrilling spy novels or action-packed spy movies. The International Spy Museum at the Bihar Museum aims to bring these espionage stories to life.

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