2025 Indian Art Review: Auctions, New Hubs, Global Reach
A vibrant 2025 for Indian art saw record auctions, expansion beyond Delhi-Mumbai, and a growing Middle East focus. Discover key trends and what's next for 2026.
A vibrant 2025 for Indian art saw record auctions, expansion beyond Delhi-Mumbai, and a growing Middle East focus. Discover key trends and what's next for 2026.
Explore the story of 87-year-old Karfule, Mumbai's last surviving Art Deco petrol pump in Ballard Estate. A heritage landmark built in 1938, run by three generations of the Sequeira family. Discover its history and architectural significance now!
A mother's petition to use her deceased son's preserved sperm for IVF faces legal hurdles as the Centre cites lack of consent. The Bombay High Court has deferred the final hearing to 2026. Explore the complex legal and ethical debate.
Dhriti Ranka, a 13-year-old Pune artist with Down syndrome, received the Divyang Bal Balika Award. Her journey and initiative 'Tickle Your Art' redefine inclusion and creative expression. Discover her inspiring story.
ASI begins a landmark scientific investigation of prehistoric rock art sites in Odisha's Rairakhol and Bamur to determine their exact age and trace ancient human migration. Read the full story.
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik unveils a massive 60-ft Santa Claus sculpture made with sand and 1.5 tonnes of apples at Puri's Niladri Beach. The artwork promotes peace and aims for a national record. Read more about this festive marvel.
Photographer Dr. Kausik Ghosh unveils his 15th exhibition and 13th book 'BLUES' at Birla Academy, Kolkata. The event featured a panel on colour's role in art, philosophy, and cinema. Explore the poetic journey of blue.
More than 200 students from Jalandhar schools participated in a unique Camel Art Contest. The event, organized by the Camel Welfare Foundation, aimed to promote creativity and animal welfare awareness. Read the full story!
The Kochi Biennale Foundation's Island Mural Project is turning Fort Kochi and Mattancherry into vibrant public art spaces. Featuring works by Aravani Art Project, Osheen Siva, and more, it runs until March 31, 2026. Explore the stories!
A unique exhibition in Patna showcases rare 19th-century Patna Qalam paintings, described as the 'Instagram of its era,' offering a glimpse into colonial life. Discover this fading art form.
Kochi-Muziris Biennale curator Nikhil Chopra discusses dismantling art world hierarchies, embracing unfinished works, and making contemporary art accessible. Discover the theme 'For the Time Being'.
Curator Nikhil Chopra discusses the Kochi-Muziris Biennale's focus on dynamic art, dismantling hierarchies, and creating a collective, immersive experience with the city of Kochi. Discover why unfinished works are part of the vision.
The 2024 Kochi-Muziris Biennale, curated by K.J. Suresh, opens on Dec 12. This edition focuses on local narratives with global resonance, featuring over 90 artists. Explore India's premier contemporary art event.
An exhibition in Delhi showcases rare sculptures by Ramkinkar Baij, Dhanraj Bhagat, and Sankho Chaudhuri. Explore this confluence of Indian modern art's pioneering sculptors. Visit now!
Explore the evolution of art at Lucknow's 'Art Odyssey' exhibition. Featuring 35 paintings & 4 sculptures by 10 artists, it's on display daily till Dec 25. Don't miss it!
BMW India announces its continued partnership as the lead supporter for the sixth Kochi-Muziris Biennale, reinforcing its commitment to contemporary art in India. Discover the impact.
Explore how Bengaluru's art spaces grew from artist-run studios into vital classrooms and hubs, shaping the city's cultural dialogue. Discover the key players and enduring enthusiasm for art.
Gauhati High Court dismisses a couple's plea against ART Act's age limits, ruling the 50-year cap for women is based on medical science and child welfare. Read the full legal analysis.
A creative workshop on traditional Lippan art was organized for students, blending heritage with hands-on learning. Discover how this activity fostered artistic skills and cultural appreciation.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
Artist Rashmi Rajagopal presents her latest exhibition in Bengaluru, featuring tapestries and mixed media works focused on geometric patterns and animal life. Discover her unique textures now.
A painting hung above a grandmother's bed for decades is revealed as a $300,000 Henry Farny original on Antiques Roadshow. Discover the emotional story and the artist's history.
Explore Rumale Art House in Rajajinagar, home to the largest collection of freedom fighter Rumale Chennabasaviah's unique watercolours capturing old Bengaluru. Open daily except Tuesday.
Experience 'Sparks of Life,' Imageine's groundbreaking AI art exhibition in Delhi, where technology meets human creativity. Discover how artists are redefining art with artificial intelligence.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
Explore Ahmedabad's vibrant arts this December. See Gurudas Shenoy's cityscapes at Archer Art Gallery, Darpana's 'Meanwhile Elsewhere' at Natarani, and the Van Gogh Immersive Experience at Palladium. Plan your cultural visits now!
Artist Beeple's robotic dogs with faces of Musk, Zuckerberg & Picasso became the star attraction at Art Basel Miami, blending tech, satire & NFTs. Discover the future of digital art.
Explore how artist Ravikumar Kashi uses pulp painting to turn paper into powerful metaphors for language, heritage, and time. His solo show 'Shadows of Breath' is a journey through texture and meaning.
Explore the shocking stories of the world's most notorious art heists, from the Mona Lisa's disappearance to the Gardner Museum robbery. Discover how these crimes changed museum security forever.
Beeple's 'Regular Animals' installation at Art Basel Miami features robot dogs with faces of Musk, Bezos & more, selling for ~$100,000 each. Explore the surreal NFT art critique.