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FDCI launches Shrijan: A visual representation of the nation's ancient crafts | Art Attack
Titled Shrijan – The Birth of a Craft, the exhibition explores the spirit of India’s ancient craft traditions through a contemporary lens. Craftroots—an initiative founded by Smt. Anar Patel

Fashion Police! Sanjana Sanghi: ‘We live in a world where over-consumption has just become the norm’
Actress Sanjana Sanghi talks about being a conscious consumer, fashion vs style and more.

'It Happened That Night' actress Ishita Gupta reintroduces herself as ISDEIVSA: A new era of artistry and identity
With name commonality presenting challenges in the public domain, Gupta sought a moniker that would not only set her apart but also reflect her rich heritage and personal story

EXCLUSIVE! Food Talk | Rashmi Uday Singh: ‘Food writing was considered to be low brow and only hungry…’
Food Talk with none other than Rashmi Uday Singh, the writer who understands food like the back of her hand. In conversation with her at the Jaipur Literature Festival.

Nikita Ghag unveils her book 'Roar like a Lioness' & song 'Ajnabee' at exclusive launch event
Describing why her book is not just 'any other book', Nikita says, "Roar Like a Lioness" isn’t just a book—it’s a mirror. A mirror that reflects the powerful, poised, unapologetically strong woman you were always meant to be

Fashion Police | EXCLUSIVE! From Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor to Bhumi Pednekar; How Amit Agarwal is one of the most celebrated designers of today
In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Firstpost’s Lachmi Deb Roy, Amit Agarwal talks about his collection at the Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI 2025, revival of weaves, fashion Vs style and more. Gorgeous fabrics and refined simplicity has always been his style.

FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week | EXCLUSIVE! Anamika Khanna: “I hope that fashion doesn’t move this fast; I hope people find the time to stop…”
AK|OK Anamika Khanna’s collection was the opening show at the FDCI x Lakmé Fashion Week. Her latest collection, ‘SilverCollar’, redefined power dressingfor the modern woman. In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Firstpost’s Lachmi DebRoy, she talks about her new collection, fashion Vs style and more.

Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI Day 3: Exclusive! Bhumi Pednekar lauds Amit Aggarwal's show, calls 'conscious consumption' the need of the hour: 'Indian culture is sustainable; we just need to reconnect with our...'
In an exclusive interview with Firstpost's Lachmi Deb Roy, Bhumi Pednekar shared her take on Fashion Vs Style, being a conscious consumer and more

Billy Porter makes an appearance at Amar Singh Art Gallery to see its special exhibition Hélène de Beauvoir: The Woman Destroyed
Recently, actor Billy Porter came to Amar Singh Art Gallery and met the founder of this art house, Amar Singh, revelling in the art work of Hélène de Beauvoir

Mumbai loves old stories retold in theatre style
London’s West End brought the iconic Mousetrap, a play based on Agatha Christie’s novel of the same name, to the Rangmandir back in 2019

Art Attack with Madhu Neotia on the India Art Fair: 'Fashion is seasonal, but style is timeless'
In an interview with Firstpost, Madhu Neotia talks about the completion of 10 years of The India Story and the India Art Fair where the heirloom textiles of the Neotia Family were exhibited. She believes fashion is seasonal, but style is timeless.

Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre Brings 'The Phantom of the Opera' to India
Based on Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel Le Fantôme de L’Opéra, the Gothic romance-laced musical tells the story of a mysterious masked figure who lurks beneath the Paris Opera House

EXCLUSIVE! Remembering Himmat Shah, the fiercely independent artist who is no more | Art Attack
Himmat Shah the original sculptor will always be remembered for his art. Known for his distinct artistic language, he had a unique unmatched vision. Here is my tribute to him.

Beyond judgments: Alite’s Women’s Day 2025 campaign empowers self-perception
By shifting the narrative from judgment to appreciation, Alite aims to redefine what it means to be seen, heard, and celebrated

The Countdown Begins: 7 Reasons Why Lollapalooza India 2025 is Unmissable
The transcendent third edition of Lollapalooza India 2025 is set to take over the iconic Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai on March 8th and 9th, 2025

Fashion Police: Following the trend set by Kareena Kapoor, 2025 is all about the fusion of heritage & modernity
Designers talk about trends that will continue reign in 2025 for fashion police.

Swarlata Reminisces of Lata Didi author Rhythm Wagholikar calls Maha Kumbh Mela 'a grand spectacle of faith'
For Rhythm Wagholikar, the Kumbh was not just a pilgrimage; it was an experience that rivaled the most powerful storytelling

TRIS decodes India's cultural DNA; Digital archive illuminates the nation's heritage
This monumental project is a cornerstone of the "Self-Discovery via Rediscovering India" series, with its latest exhibition—Part IV—signifying the beta introduction of this expansive digital archive

First ancient pharaoh’s tomb found in 100 years: What secrets does it hold?
Archaeologists have uncovered the long-lost tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II near Luxor. The tomb, buried under centuries of flood debris, contains inscriptions confirming the identity of the short-reigning 18th dynasty ruler. Located in the Valley of the Kings, this marks the first discovery of a pharaonic tomb since Tutankhamun’s in 1922, offering new insights into Egypt’s New Kingdom era

Balgandharva Rangmandir: A thriving cultural community
Theatre and film legends such as Anupam Kher and Shabana Azmi have performed in several plays at the Balgandharva Rangmandir

EXCLUSIVE | Prajakta Koli on turning author with 'Too Good To Be True' at JLF 2025: 'I have been writing all my life but...'
In an exclusive interview with Firstpost, Prajakta sat down for a detailed chat about everything you need to know about her new feather

Arya Brothers in Forbes 30 under 30: The AI Geniuses Behind 169Pi.AI & Their Mission for Bharat with ‘Alpie’
A specific controversy around large language models fueled their interest in building a more India-centric AI model

The Big Food Trend of 2025: Going sustainable is the need of the hour | Food Talk
Sustainable food just like sustainable clothing is the need of the hour. In ‘Food Talk’ some of the chefs from India discuss about how it is time to go local for the farm to fork experience and stay healthy.

Vedanta Udaipur World Music Festival returns for its 7th Edition: Celebrating the preservation of musical heritage and global music traditions
The 3-day festival in Udaipur, from February 7 to 9, 2025, will feature over 22 bands, with 150 international artists from more than 15 countries

Breaking the Myth: Why longevity isn’t the only measure of friendship: Rhythm Wagholikar
In addition, Wagholikar recalls the controversial yet powerful friendship between Karna and Duryodhana.

Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, Mani Ratnam, L Subramaniam, Naseeruddin Shah, Prakash Raj among the celebrated speakers at Kerala Literature Festival 2025
In addition to international stars, KLF will highlight the vibrant local cultural heritage of Kerala, including traditional art forms, dance, and performances that are deeply rooted in the region's history

Jaipur Literature Festival 2025: Here’s what to expect from this year’s edition
Ahead of its arrival in the pink city, Teamwork Arts hosted in Delhi giving a glimpse of what to expect this year

Food Talk | Reinventing Christmas with two lesser known dishes
Traditionally Christmas has always been a time of celebration, joy, fun, and family bonding. Here is a look at the two dishes which we can make at home.

Art Attack | Kiran Nadar Museum of Art acquires India's most important cricket painting 'Cricket Match in India' by Thomas Daniell
Thomas Daniell (1749–1840) is regarded as one of the most important chroniclers of India’s late 18th and early 19th-century history

Exclusive | 'Thank God, the PBG is back!': The President’s Bodyguard and its storied legacy of polo
Set against the historic President’s Bodyguard (PBG) Parade Ground, the President’s Polo Cup celebrates a cherished legacy. Firstpost looks at the PBG's historic association with the sport of polo, iconic players, and inspiring outreach initiatives as the event highlights the resurgence of polo’s cultural and competitive significance in India