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The ninth edition of the India Art Fair may have been a paradise for art lovers who witnessed some excellent pieces of work, ranging from contemporary to historic art pieces and paintings, but for international participants, it was more of a platform for expanding business and creating a base in South Asian countries.


More than art, international galleries eye business at India Art Fair 


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A community-based video that captures the intriguing Kro-Cheykor festival of Arunachal Pradesh's Sherdukpen tribe has bagged the honour for the best tourism film in the state's tourism awards.


Video on Arunachal's Kro-Cheykor festival wins tourism film award


While art lovers and collectors are thronging in large numbers to the ongoing India Art Fair here, the display of some magnificent artworks in exhibitions ranging from the vernacular and traditions to future and modernity are creating a colourful aura of grandeur.


Idris Ahmed's photography and more at India Art Fair


The ninth edition of the India Art Fair that began here on Thursday exhibits a rare mix of colours, grandeur and, with its continued focus in nurturing global interest in South Asian arts, showcases works of emerging as well as established artists from the region.


Curtain rises on India Art Fair, major focus on South Asia


Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday kept the tradition of using verses of Urdu poetry with hard nosed business and techinical jargons to present the Budget 2017-18 -- the fourth of the current BJP-led government.


Jaitley's poetic barbs aim to mute opposition criticism of note ban


A splash of colours, rhythm of drum beats and joie de-vivre are all set to merge here as the curtains go up on the annual Surajkund International Crafts Mela on Wednesday.


Surajkund International Crafts Mela to kick-off on Wednesday


India has done much to create innovative business models and processes but needs to increasingly focus on social issues like health, education and sanitation, says Kiran Karnik, widely recognised for promoting Brand India, especially by showcasing India's technological strength to the world, adding that the key lies in finding long-term solutions.


Jugaad is but a small, first step towards innovation: Kiran Karnik (IANS Interview) (Lead, correcting name)



Jugaad is but a small, first step towards innovation: Kiran Karnic 


Living legend of Indian classical music Pandit Jasraj turned 87 on Saturday and he celebrated the day with music aficionado in the form of a concert. The event was organised by production house Navrasa Duende that was also announced on the same day by founder Dinesh B. Singh.


Pandit Jasraj turns 87, celebrates in the form of a concert


Flick through a fresh perspective on the battle of Kurukshetra, relish the magic of a spiritual life that is said to lie within each one of us and explore the various unknown facets of the Indo-German relationship in a single treatise.


A forgotten battle, spirituality and diplomacy (IANS Books This Weekend)


India might have established diplomatic relations with the West African state of Ghana 60 years ago but what is also true that Indian immigrants to the Gold Coast -- as the country was called prior to independence name -- had set up retail outlets known as Sindhi Shops way back in in 1891, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has said.


'Indians started retail shops in the Gold Coast, now Ghana, in 1891'


On the occasion of the 68th Republic Day celebrations on Thursday here, Kerala Governor P. Sathasivam called the state the "thought leader" for the rest of India.


Governor calls Kerala 'thought leader' for rest of India


Renowned author Ruskin Bond says he is not a big fan of demonetisation and does not know how to use plastic money. However, he feels others may get used to it.


I'm no great fan of demonetisation: Ruskin Bond


The 41st edition of International Kolkata Book Fair, considered the world's largest exhibition in terms of footfall, opened on Wednesday at the Milan Mela Ground here amid the presence of a galaxy of authors, book lovers and cultural personalities.


41st International Kolkata Book Fair starts rolling


Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday celebrated its 47th statehood day with Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh highlighting the achievements of the state during this period.


Himachal celebrates 47th statehood day


The British postal service said on Wednesday it would be issuing a special series of stamps in honour of late musician David Bowie.


British stamps to feature David Bowie


Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani  has been honoured by the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) here for her philanthropic efforts.


Nita Ambani honoured in New York


Acclaimed lyricist, screenwriter and ad guru Prasoon Joshi is "disappointed" with both Bollywood songs demeaning women as well as the common people who enjoy them and urged bad work be rejected so good work can come up.


Disappointed with Bollywood songs demeaning women: Prasoon Joshi


New US President Donald Trump is certain to move the American economy towards protectionism but it is a moot point how much he will be able to reshape it given existing international commitments and institutional constraints, says leading South Korean development economist Ha-Joon Chang.


'Don't think Trump can change US economy much' 


The Indian government conducted the demonetisation exercise in a poor way and it is not sure if the measure was taken for the right reasons, says renowned South Korean development economist Ha-Joon Chang.

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