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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 […]
Lost Treasures: Tragic Fate of Valuable Artworks and Lives in RMS Titanic Read More »
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
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
Kaleidoscopic World of Khes: Rich Textile Tradition of Punjab Read More »
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
Decoding Indonesia’s Capital Shift: The Transition from Jakarta to Nusantara Read More »
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.
Bihar Museum Biennale: Exploring Espionage Operations and Shaping the Future of Museums Read More »
Aditya Sisodia Archaeologist D. Kanna Babu, former Superintending Archaeologist of the Temple Survey Project (Southern Region) of the Archaeological Survey of India, Chennai, has made a remarkable discovery in Orvakallu village, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. While conducting a survey of the lower River Krishna Valley to study the architectural features of shrines, Mr. Kanna Babu
Aditya Sisodia The Jagannath Rath Yatra, a famous and auspicious chariot festival, is currently being celebrated in Odisha, India, with great enthusiasm and splendor. Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a mesmerising sand art at Puri beach, depicting the grand chariots of Lord Jagannath and his siblings, Balabhadra and Subhadra. The festival holds immense
Krispin Joseph PX When the Great Depression started, people started to return to home, the countryside and the village. Artists start to study the regional element of their life and land. This quest for regional features intends to bring the artistic practice back into a path of resistance against the art capital or capitalism. Regionalism is
Regionalism: Song of American Country Folk Read More »
Pratiksha Shome Chinese archaeologists have discovered a massive complex of rammed earth structures, graves, and bronze casting factories on the Loess Plateau in north-central China. These structures date back around 3,200 years. The Shang dynasty, which lasted from 1600 to 1046 B.C.E., saw the establishment of a regional authority at the site, which today is
200 Precious Shang Dynasty Burial Objects Unearthed by Archeologists in China Read More »
Pratiksha Shome A significant Old Master painting that had been mistaken for another over the span of 300 years will finally be sold at a Sotheby’s auction in London in early July. “Saint Sebastian Tended By Two Angels” by Sir Peter Paul Rubens is the picture in dispute. A range of £4 million to £6
Misinterpreted and Lost for 300 years: Rubens’ Painting to Become Sotheby’s Star Read More »