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The court ruled that the order, issued by the Additional Commissioner of Income Tax (OSD), was invalid as it lacked proper authorisation from the CBDT. In Short Bombay High Court quashes income tax order against ND’s Art World Order lacked CBDT authorisation, court rules Court directs CBDT to reconsider within three months The Bombay High Court on Friday quashed an Income Tax order against ND’s Art World Private Limited, the company of late art director Nitin Desai.Directing the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to reconsider the case, the court ruled that the order, issued by the Additional Commissioner of…
Manasa Sriram. | Photo Credit: S.R. RaghunathanManasa Sriram, a disciple of Mahalakshmi Ashwin, began her recital at the Pongal Dance Festival 2025 with the invocatory hymn from the Thirumanthiram, ‘Ainthu karathanai’, in praise of Ganesha. She then moved to a Ganesha Alarippu set to Tisra Nadai Adi tala, showcasing the essence of Bharatanatyam’s rhythmic foundation. Her movements were crisp and sharp. Following this, she performed a jathiswaram in raga Rasikapriya and Adi tala, a composition by Lalgudi Jayaraman.For the varnam, Manasa chose ‘Swamiyai azhaithu vadi’ by the Thanjavur Quartet in raga Khamas. In the pallavi, the nayika takes along her…
Katt is one of India’s most prolific sculptors who worked in multiple media for over five decades. (Photo: DAG)While she intently studied dead bodies – their skin and bones – for her portraits in clay and bronze, sculptor Latika Katt also found immense joy in understanding the teamwork of termites and bees. A winner of numerous national and international awards, Katt is known for her larger-than-life sculptures and busts of public figures and for her ability to capture the essence of nature in its organic forms.Katt is one of India’s most prolific sculptors who worked in multiple media for over…
Artist and journalist Narayan Lakshman with sculpture artist Neeraj Gupta at “The Forces of Imagination exhibition in Delhi | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKARAt the Visual Art Gallery leading up to the Central Atrium at the India Habitat Centre, you will find yourself immersed in a world of sculptural brilliance. For the first time in many years in Delhi’s art circuit, a diverse group of sculptors from Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai and Mumbai have come together with their transformative artworks that define the evolution of sculptors in India. It is interesting to see how every artist, while exploring the intersection of…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] November 18 The highly anticipated Art Mumbai 2024, presented by Birla Opus Paints, has become the talk of the art world, drawing attention to its grand showcase of creativity and vision. Taking place at the iconic Mahalaxmi Racecourse from November 14th to 17th, this premier art fair is a celebration of artistry, talent, and innovation, bringing together the who’s who of the art community. Art Collector Abeer Vivek Abrol: At the Forefront of Art Mumbai A highlight of the event is the prominent presence of Art Collector Abeer Vivek Abrol, whose passion and dedication to the arts…
NEW DELHI: The contemporary art and design edition of India Art Fair will make its debut in Mumbai next year, announced the organisation on Thursday.The India Art Fair Contemporary, which will take place at Jio World Garden from November 13-16, 2025, is expected to showcase selection of about 70 exhibitors ranging from galleries, institutions, design studios and patron-supported booths from India and across the globe.Led by India Art Fair Delhi’s director Jaya Asokan, the IAF Contemporary will mark the next step for the local cultural scene, “bringing the highest calibre of international art and design to its engaged audiences”.Source: Press…
Meraki: A memorable celebration of the power and beauty of art is about to take place in the DAG art gallery, Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. The compositions of artist Mini Suboth will be on display at the expo, which is slated to run from April 21st to 23rd, 2023.From vivid and bold abstracts to expressive portraits that capture the essence of the human spirit, the artworks on display represent a wide variety of styles and techniques. Each painting is a special representation of the artist’s perception and understanding of the world around us that will enthral both art collectors and…