Come February and New Delhi transforms into a living and breathing hub of contemporary global art and artists. Currently, the 17th edition of the India Art Fair (IAF) 2026, is being hosted at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds. From 5 to 8 February, the place will be buzzing with artists, art-lovers, collectors and curators. Navigating aisles,…
“Prime Minister Modi and I are two people that get things done,” Donald Trump said on Monday, announcing that India and the United States had reached a trade deal after nearly a year of negotiations. Trump announced it in his trademark style on Truth Social, and with this, the “immediate” tariff reduction to 18% marked…
Filmmaker Muzaffar Ali voices his dismay at Bollywood’s drift from its roots in poetry and cultural cohesion, drawing attention to the lasting charm of ‘Umrao Jaan.’ He warns that art loses its essence when hurried for fast results, urging that true beauty springs from heartfelt expression, not tumult. Muzaffar Ali says the Bollywood he knew,…
Legal traps, jail terms & seclusion The Pakistani government is doubling down on its legal offensive against jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and prominent activists, framing the measures as essential for “national security.” However, as prison doors remain barred to visitors and human rights lawyers face decade-long sentences, critics warn that the country’s democratic…
2025 is proving to be a rather amazing year, indeed, for Nano Banana, courtesy of its innovative approach to image editing with the help of AI technology. The innovative tool, launched in August with Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, followed by Nano Banana Pro in November, is famous for its versatility, accuracy, creativity, and innovative abilities….
A bitter dispute is unfolding between Baroness Ariane de Rothschild and her 93-year-old mother-in-law, Baroness Nadine de Rothschild, over a priceless private art collection. The conflict centers on the fate of treasures housed in a Swiss castle, with Nadine seeking to establish a public museum and Ariane questioning her decisions. A fairytale Swiss castle with…
Veteran art director K Shekhar, celebrated for his imaginative set designs, has passed away at 72. He is most remembered for the groundbreaking anti-gravity room in ‘My Dear Kuttichathan,’ a feat achieved without computers, predating similar Hollywood techniques by decades. Shekhar’s innovative spirit, evident since his 1982 debut, continues to inspire filmmakers today. Veteran art…
After becoming only the second man in American history to return to the White House after a hiatus, Donald Trump has been hellbent on leaving his mark on Washington. Not merely through policy or executive orders, but through brick, marble and nomenclature. He has pushed to break open the East Wing to make room for…
Everyone likes to stay fit, but everyone hates exercise. Some people skip exercise due to laziness. Others have health issues or dislike going to the gym. Time limitation and costs also play a role. Some find it boring, feel tired, or lack motivation. There are many reasons for not exercising, but then how to remain…
Argentine footballer Lionel Messi, right, with Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri during the ‘GOAT India Tour 2025’, at Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai. (PTI Photo) Sunil Chhetri has played long enough, seen enough, and carried Indian football on his shoulders for years. Yet, when Lionel Messi stood in front of him at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Sunday,…