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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
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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
Vaishnavi Srivastava Have you ever rediscovered one of your childhood cartoons and wondered, “Hey! That seems a lot like the hand putting on nail paint emoji to me!”. Well, you’re not quite wrong. Certain characters in media have been queer-coded and it is pretty evident if you just put on your rainbow-coloured lenses. Now what
11 Queer-Coded Animated Characters in Pop-Culture. Read More »
Smriti Malhotra For several decades, New York has maintained its status as the capital of the art world. According to Robert Manley, the deputy chairman of Phillips, New York continues to bring high-quality artworks to the market, a tradition that has contributed to its sustained success. Recent research supports this notion, revealing that while the
Paris to New York: How did the Art Capital Shifted? Read More »
Aditya Sisodia Visual effects (VFX) play a crucial role in enhancing the cinematic experience by creating captivating and realistic imagery. In the realm of Indian cinema, the impact of VFX has been a subject of discussion and comparison. This essay delves into the world of Indian projects, highlighting the quest for remarkable VFX and the
Which Indian Film has the best VFX? Read More »
Aditya Sisodia In the realm of Indian art, the limelight often falls on modern and contemporary works, leaving the country’s rich historical arts in the shadows. The cultural heritage of India, spanning centuries, has faced its share of looting and plunder by invaders, colonial powers, and opportunistic individuals seeking profit. It is disheartening to witness
Aditya Sisodia According to Nikhil Halli founder director of Arena Animation F C Road, Campus in PuneThe Animation, VFX & Gaming industry in India is poised for exponential growth, with a current worth of approximately $2.8 billion. India, as the most populous country in the world with 1.429 billion people, possesses a unique advantage with
Gaming & Animation is a great choice for those with a passion for Gaming and Animation Read More »
Kritika Verma This long-read-research article about Street Art- Graffiti in the Indian context brings multi-layer ideas about social life and street art as a context itself. Read the first part of this research article here: Street Art and Graffiti In Indian Public Spaces. Read the Second article: Historical Background of Graffiti and Street Art in
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