‘Should art Be Regulated by the SEC?’: NFT Artists’ New Lawsuit Seeks Answers
At issue is whether digital collectibles can be considered a security. “What the SEC has done directly affects my ability to make a living,” one plaintiff says. Key Points
WIREDCentre seeks report from Punjab over IVF pregnancy of Moosewala's mother, CM Mann draws Opposition ire
Even if Centre sought report, there was no hurry to send it, says SAD leader Bikram Majithia. Congress's Amrinder Warring claims Mann probably only Punjabi not to congratulate family. Key Points
ThePrintBengali artists & Jamini Roy collectors are at war. Smear campaign, jealousy or ignorance?
Art scholars say, 'The paintings are like Jamini Roys, but they are not Jamini Roys.' The slurs have incensed collector Kamal Parekh and members of Roy’s family. Key Points
ThePrintA Malaysian artist made traditional topi a fashion statement. Delhi can't get enough of him
Edric Ong draws from the traditions and art of indigenous communities and transforms them into items of utility as well. Now, the practice is part of his sartorial expression. Key Points
ThePrintIndia art Fair 2024: Artists, gallerists from South Asia converge in Delhi
The 15th India art Fair, at NSIC Grounds in Okhla, will have 108 exhibitors including 72 galleries and art institutions. Must check out the Design section. Key Points
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An art extravaganza: music, dance, talks, exhibitions, at Birla Academy annual event
The annual exhibition of the Birla Academy of art & Culture in Kolkata, now in is 57th year, is free and open to all. Take a tour of some of the art and performances on the schedule. Key Points
Hindustan TimesET Explainer: How to buy genuine art and avoid frauds
Fake art scams aren't new. Just earlier this year, a former Los Angeles auctioneer agreed to plead guilty to an art fraud scheme where he fabricated 25 paintings in Basquiat's style and sold them to an Orlando, Florida gallery. The scam was exposed when a consultant spotted a FedEx label on the back of one painting that used a font that was introduced six years after Basquiat's death. Key Points
Economic TimesWhen art learnt to pop: Catch a new show at Mumbai’s NMACC
The art House in Mumbai is hosting an exhibition called "Pop: Fame, Love, Power," featuring works by famous pop artists such as Andy Warhol and Claes Oldenburg. The exhibition explores how pop art reshaped the perception of art by incorporating everyday objects and images. The show includes iconic pieces like Warhol's "Forty-Five Gold Marilyns" and Oldenburg's "Dropped Bouquet." The exhibition runs until February 11, 2024. | Travel Key Points
Hindustan TimesGoing to the museum is good for health — a Canadian association just proved it
Contact with artwork can lower blood pressure, heart rate, and the cortisol secreted in saliva. Such changes reflect a reduction in stress. Key Points
ThePrintNitin Desai Death Case: Edelweiss ARC issues statement on insolvency proceedings against art director's co
Edelweiss ARC on Thursday issued a statement regarding insolvency proceedings against art director Nitin Desai's company, ND's art World Private Limited. The investment and financial services company said, We are deeply saddened by the demise of Shri Nitin Desai and express our deepest condolences to his family as they navigate through this difficult time. Key Points
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Nitin Desai's initial postmortem reveals reason behind death
Art director Nitin Chandrakant Desai was found dead at his ND Studio in Karjat on Wednesday. He was known for his work in films such as Lagaan and Jodhaa Akbar. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesObituary: PU alumna leaves behind rich art history legacy
Friends and family paid final respects to art historian Kavita Singh who was cremated here on Monday. Kavita passed away on Sunday after a two-year battle with cancer. She was 58. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWho was Zarina Hashmi? Know about the Indian American, minimalist artist who is honoured globally
Zarina Hashmi gained global recognition for her captivating woodcuts and intaglio prints, skillfully blending semi-abstract depictions of residences and urban landscapes from her experiences. Her artistic contributions align with the tenets of the Minimalism art movement. Key Points
Economic TimesBrought in to protect donors and prospective parents, new art provisions push up cost and challenges in assisted conception
Earlier this year the Health Ministry notified the Assisted Reproductive Technology Regulations (ART), 2023, which are aimed at providing donors and patients with better medical care and security. The new art provisions impose restrictions on the number of times a donor, male or female can donate (sperm/oocyte) in their lifetime, and specifies age limits for donors. Key Points
The HinduRefine your palette: How to develop your own interest in art
Don’t let galleries, abstracts and jargon intimidate you. To build your own taste in art, start small, stay with familiar words and build on your experiences bit by bit. Key Points
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The transformation of a creative capital
For centuries, Battambang, Cambodia, was renowned for the arts – until its artists were targeted by the Khmer Rouge. Now, its troubled history is informing its creative spirit. Key Points
BBCKashmiri artist on mission to revitalize traditional folk theatre ‘Bhand Pather’
Bhand Pather is a centuries-old form of Kashmiri traditional folk theatre. It frequently takes place in public areas. According to the Guru Shishya Parampara, it is an oral tradition in which the scripts are passed down from one generation to the next. Key Points
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