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The Pursuit of Truth: Hegel’s ‘The Idea’ and the Role of Art in Intellectual Exploration

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In the stretched land of philosophical thought, few figures loom as large as Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. His philosophical opus, characterised by its dialectical tradition, unveils an intriguing conceptual centrepiece – “The Idea.” This overarching construct stands as the linchpin of Hegelian philosophy, akin to the most vital puzzle piece within the intricate mosaic of […]

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Kolkata’s Iconic Trams Get a Durga Puja Makeover

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Introduction The West Bengal Transport Corporation (WBTC) has embarked on a unique initiative to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Kolkata’s iconic tramways and the recognition of Durga Puja as an intangible cultural heritage. Special trams with revamped interiors and exteriors have been introduced, paying homage to Bengal’s greatest festival. These trams will run from Tollygunge

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Tribal Art forms to be Displayed at the Museum at Tajangi in Andhra Pradesh

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Tribal artists from 11 States are arriving in batches in Visakhapatnam to complete their works before they are transported to the Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum coming up at Tajangi, near Lambasingi in Chintapalli mandal Walking through the hills and valleys of Chintapalli and motoring up the winding dirt roads of the interior areas of the

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Uncomfortable Truths: Curator Sheds Light on Social Inequities in Contemporary Indian Art

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Introduction Chandreyi Basu, a professor of art and art history at St. Lawrence University, finds herself in a state of discomfort with the exhibit she has curated. Titled “Environment, Health and the Body in Traditional Paintings from Contemporary India,” the showcase at the Brush Art Gallery features the works of 35 contemporary outsider artists from

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Sculpting the Stories of Migration and Memory: Meet Artist Biswajit Roy

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Artist of the Week is a special category that recognises and highlights the works of talented artists. Each week, new artists are featured, showcasing their unique styles, techniques, and themes. From emerging artists to established veterans, the Artist of the Week category celebrates creativity and diversity in the art world and provides a platform for

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Bipul Roy Captures the Essence of Nature and Emotions with Water Colour

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Artist of the Week is a special category that recognises and highlights the works of talented artists. Each week, new artists are featured, showcasing their unique styles, techniques, and themes. From emerging artists to established veterans, the Artist of the Week category celebrates creativity and diversity in the art world and provides a platform for

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Mahatma Gandhi in Famous works of Art

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Introduction Mahatma Gandhi, the iconic leader of India’s struggle for independence, is known to the world for his philosophy of nonviolence, civil disobedience, and unwavering commitment to justice. Beyond his role as a political leader, Gandhi’s image and ideals have also permeated into art, inspiring countless artists to capture his essence and his contribution to

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The Pablo-m of Picasso: A Review of Hannah Gadsby’s “Its Pablo-matic”

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Since the MeToo Movement began, the misogyny of many ‘legends’ has come into focus, especially in the arts—literature, cinema, the visual arts and even comedy. An important question that is being asked, again and again, is whether we can, in fact, separate the art from the artist. The first time I stood in front of

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Art at the Service of Humanity: The Exemplary Career of Prof. V Nagdas

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What is the relationship of the artist to the society? Should the work of art devote itself to the service of a greater good or should be allowed to have an autonomy of its own, as proclaimed in the popular dictum l’art pour l’art (art for art’s sake)? What are the modalities of communication between

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