The art of stealing art Art theft, according to Interpol, is the fourth largest crime worldwide after drugs, money laundering and arms sale. Sujit Chowdhury takes us through the history of art theft and the motive behind this organised crime.
On the border of hope Kashmir Singhs release from Pakistan prison after 35 years has rekindled hopes of other prisoners
relatives in India, reports Nirupama Dutt.
BEAT_A_BEAT
Upbeat and on the move Utpal Borpujari talks to Bickram Ghosh, a percussionist trained in the classical mould, who is pushing his boundaries in his new album Drum Invasion.
All things classic The annual art exhibition is much more than a mere display of selected works. It showcases the thoughts, the belief, the passion and struggle of the students on road to creative self-expression, says Prof Vijaymohan, principal, College of Art, Delhi.
Vermeer’s ‘The Concert’, that boasts of the highest reward announced for a stolen painting – $ 5 million.
Did Tamil Nadu act in haste in taking up the Hogenakal project in the Cauvery basin? Since it is supposed to be only a drinking water scheme, does it hurt Karnataka’s interests? DH had invited readers’ opinion on the issue.
Most believe that although the drinking water provision is legal, the current row is a manifestation of political interests in TN, and that Karnataka has been unfairly targeted. Some feel that as Hogenakal falls within the disputed territory, the problem should be resolved amicably without damaging public life in both states.
