Encroachments and neglect have led to degeneration of this historic place, which has been recommended for World Heritage site tag

From glass negatives to daguerreotype cameras, 92-year-old Sathyam Studios in Mylapore is a testament to Madras’ rich history with photography

Galleries Blueprint 12, Exhibit 320, Gallery Espace, Latitude 28, Nature Morte, Shrine Empire and Vadehra Art Gallery are all set to galvanise the contemporary art scene in the Capital

Darielle Mason on her search for clues to the century-old ‘jigsaw puzzle’ that is the famed ‘mandapam’ installation at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

The exhibit highlights an array of textile techniques as well as a wide range of yarn

‘Tree of Life’ exhibition at Gallery Veda showcases works of 12 artists, as part of the gallery’s 10th-year anniversary celebrations 

Chennai gets a new community art centre, set between printing, framing and canvas stores. Putting access at the forefront, it is also one of India’s affordable galleries

Pichwai’s iconic cow and lotus motifs are seeing a revival almost everywhere, from fashion to interior design

Olivia’s works were showcased at Alliance Francaise de Trivandrum as part of the second edition of Wall Art Festival

Artist, medical professional and researcher Dr V Ramankutty has exhibited his paintings at Amuseum in Thiruvananthapuram

In Ganesh’s works, done on handloom textile, paper, or canvas, the indigo strokes pulsate with a latent energy

The author has ended the year on a high, authoring four books, including two anthologies

With the Internet age making information accessible and easy to source, a clear answer to ground the claim may soon be in the offing

Alice Walker says art provides nutrition and vitamins to help the planet grow in a better direction

The statue draws an estimated four million visitors every year, and has become a cultural icon

Ahead of Republic Day, AAN Comics creator Rishi Kumar tells us how he brings alive tales of derring-do by our defence forces

Rolf von Bueren, an avid collector of exotic art and jewellery for 40 years, brings the focus back to Asia’s rich pool of resources through his brand

Titled ‘At the Gates of Talbosh’, the paintings at Museo Camera offer an escape from reality and create a new world

The black-and-white series titled ‘Forever Delhi’ is on display at the India Design ID 2023 till February 26

Bengaluru might be known as the pub capital and Silicon Valley of the country, but the art and culture scenario here is something which is not always in the spotlight. While museums are often associated with ancient artefacts and historical figures, those in Bengaluru are now shedding that image with dedicated ones coming up for photography, music and other fields. Thousands of people visit them daily, and the numbers shoot up during weekends. The Hindu made a date with museums in the city to find out how these spaces are doing in the post-pandemic times while also exploring the diverse exhibits on display

English singer Anne-Marie on her maiden visit to India and her association with singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh

He has displayed acrylic paintings and ceramic sculptures in Mottamadi, a solo art show at his rented house in Perambur

Film critic Shubhra Gupta engages with members of the cinema fraternity to unearth little-known facets of the late actor’s life and personality in her new book

Let’s not forget those who stand up for LGBTQIA+ rights even when they don’t necessarily have to

A translator remembers tribute to the mild-mannered author who taught her valuable lessons in writing

Cut From The Same Cloth, an extraordinary multi-media exhibition by Seema Kohli, opens at Bikaner House from Friday. The artist celebrates the female form and explores its power in relation with the spiritual cosmos

Ranjani Sivakumar’s Birdsong by Birdsong, to be performed in Hyderabad on September 2, explores the relationship between birds and music, sourced from the works of poets and writers

The Asia and Pacific regions could experience significant economic losses due to heat stress affecting labour productivity

The mismatch between the problem at hand and what the Budget offers is stark be it welfare or even taking care of key political allies

There was one clear message — of the sure bet the Narendra Modi government has placed on India-Russia ties

India’s economic growth increasingly depends on foreign expertise, particularly from China

Popular religions have tried to open the eyes of the deprived masses but there appears to be seemingly inexplicable appreciation of the rich by the poor and the middle-class

A better understanding of the benefits of stock market speculation — erroneously viewed as akin to gambling — can lead to better public policy

Refugee women, especially those with disabilities are guaranteed certain rights but are seldom able to realise them given the multitude of barriers they face

India must learn lessons from the changes in most of its neighbourhood

The rising price of food lies at the core of India’s inflation

The Government has failed to build a global audience for Indian handlooms; what is worse, even the Mahatma’s khadi is being denied its identity, writes Sonia Gandhi in this exclusive article for The Hindu

The examination ecosystem is in need of transparency and accountability as well as a good audit system

The findings in the K. Hema Committee report must pave the way for reforms in the film industry; the government needs to take an effective role in this

The case of the brutal attack on and the murder of a woman doctor in Kolkata has highlighted the range of aggressive behaviours and violence that women face. Five articles, on the Editorial/Opinion pages, that look at the issues of safety and spaces for women, and the adequacy of societal responses and the justice system. Women should not have to choose between their safety and their freedom

Gender debates appear to be deepening social fragmentation in the West

With African governments finding it more comfortable to deal with China, the recent FOCAC conference needs objective scrutiny; there are takeaways for India

Creating a safer environment for women and children is a complex issue; punishment alone cannot change society

The government must prioritise the promotion of English not as a competitor to Indian languages but as a vital tool for national and international communication

The long tradition of American Presidential debates has meant make or break for Presidents and presidential aspirants

On the contrary, the holding of frequent elections in India has many positive benefits

With growing cultural homogenisation and divisive ideologies in India, the movement must step up the fight for social justice, equality and rationalism

The big lesson from the Summit is that developing countries have yet to exploit the opportunities presented by the U.N. system

The Bombay High Court ruling on the amendment made to the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 is a verdict in defence of the right to free speech

By attempting to play a meaningful role in resolving the Ukraine conflict, India can hope to reset the terms of its engagement with both the West and Russia