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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
TopicVan gogh

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Van Gogh was no ‘tortured genius’. Here’s how art galleries are challenging this notion

The concept of the tortured genius, which sees suffering as a necessary part of creativity, is unhelpful yet deeply embedded.

Mumbai meets Van Gogh 360—’lovely’, ‘gimmicky’, ‘underwhelming’, ‘powerpoint’

Van Gogh 360° is an immersive 3D exhibition of 300 paintings of the 19th century Dutch artist that has made its India debut with its first stop in Mumbai.

Soup thrown at Van Gogh painting in Rome climate change protest

The stunt directed at "The Sower" was carried out on Friday by 4 women from the group Ultima Generazione (Last Generation) who shouted slogans against global warming & fossil fuels.

Art tells stories of activism for generations. Climate gang defacing Van Gogh doesn’t get it

When you choose an object of both personal and public affection like art, you’re putting your activism into jeopardy.

Van Gogh heist shows why collectors can’t ignore security even during a pandemic

The smash-and-grab of a Van Gogh oil painting highlights concerns of having art & other high-value items in unattended locations as entire regions lock down.

On Camera

Kerala BJP losing favour with Church. Sangh not on board with Christian outreach

Two bishops in Kerala said that the BJP is running with the hares in the state and hunting with the hounds in Chhattisgarh.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.