ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES
An unusual picture sat in a London garage until a dealer paid £150 for it; experts confirmed it was a 1966 Salvador Dalí artwork that later sold for £45,700
A garage discovery has taken the art world by storm as an antiques dealer unearthed a striking illustration by Salvador Dalí, named Vecchio Sultano. Valued at approximately $40,000, this confirmed original draws inspiration from Arabian Nights, showcasing an unfinished segment of Dalí’s genius. This incident serves as a poignant reminder that remarkable artworks can lie in unexpected corners of our lives.
Post-Diwali Cleaning: How to Remove Diya Oil, Candle Wax and Rangoli Stains Without Damaging Your Home
Diwali celebrations may be over, but leftover diya oil, burnt wicks, candle wax, rangoli powder and festive decorations can make post-festival cleaning a challenge. From removing stubborn wax stains to cleaning reusable diyas and sorting flowers, here is how to restore your home without damaging surfaces or creating unnecessary waste.
LIC shares fall 3% as Q2 VNB misses estimates. Jefferies cuts target but lists 3 reasons to buy the stock
LIC reported a 20% year-on-year rise in Q2 consolidated net profit to Rs 12,115 crore, while net premium income grew 16% to Rs 1.47 lakh crore, supported by higher single-premium collections. Net investment income in the shareholders' account surged 38% to Rs 2,855 crore. Its solvency ratio improved to 2.35 from 2.13 a year ago, while the expense ratio declined to 10.26% from 12.05%.
Titan Company shares drop 3% after Q2 results. Why Emkay, Nuvama and others remain bullish
Titan shares declined despite a 54% rise in adjusted net profit for the September quarter. Strong demand for jewellery, watches, and eyewear supported performance, while brokerages remained largely positive on the stock, citing growth prospects, market-share gains, and improving margins.
He promised his 3-year-old son a castle in 1978. Decades later, he built Highlands Castle on a New York mountaintop
A promise made to his three-year-old son in 1978 led John Lavender II to buy a mountaintop in New York and spend decades building Highlands Castle. With help from family, friends and workers, he turned the property into a castle overlooking Lake George, which now welcomes guests.
Shahrukh Khan House: From a rented house in Delhi to Mannat in Mumbai and Jannat in Palm Jumerah in Dubai, how Shah Rukh Khan built his dream homes
Shah Rukh Khan's property journey stretches from the South Delhi home where he began married life with Gauri Khan to Mumbai's iconic Mannat and Dubai's Palm Jumeirah villa Jannat. In July 2026, the actor also became the sole owner of his former Delhi residence after acquiring its remaining floors for around Rs 37 crore.
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Pink rock found in Sahara turns out to be 4.1-billion-year-old Martian meteorite, reveals clues to ancient Mars
A meteorite named Teghaza 001, discovered in the Sahara Desert, reveals insights into ancient Martian geology. Scientists determined it originated on Mars over 4.1 billion years ago and underwent volcanic processes. Detailed analysis of zircon crystals indicated interactions with water, suggesting a more active early environment. Researchers identified potential geological regions on Mars related to the meteorite's origin.
Kentucky homeowner Renay Davis reused a $110 antique cast-iron fireplace cover as a kitchen backsplash, reportedly saving more than $800 compared with tile
During a recent farm auction, Renay Davis stumbled upon an old cast-iron fireplace cover, which she artfully reimagined as a captivating backsplash in her kitchen. This resourceful decision allowed her to sidestep the hefty costs of conventional tiles while also contributing to the upcycling phenomenon in home renovations. Her project exemplifies the rising admiration for antique materials, revealing a strong shift toward incorporating distinctive salvaged pieces in modern living spaces.
China is back in the bull semen market, but only the best will do
China has resumed imports of bull semen from Australia and Canada as it seeks to improve cattle genetics, increase beef production and boost dairy yields. Under stricter rules, imports must come from bulls ranked among the top 10% in their country of origin. The move follows years of trade restrictions that disrupted supplies and pushed some Chinese producers towards smuggled livestock genetics.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
At this juncture, what companies say about their Q2 results, and their outlook for Q3 and Q4, matters a great deal – but only to a certain extent. A company can plan only for what is in its control. No management can predict what the US President will decide, or which way the trouble in the Gulf will turn next.
Two New York waitresses in 2015 discovered he had left them $1 million in tip after his death. He had dined in his favourite restaurant for 50 years
Sometimes, good service is all it takes to earn generous tips, even from patrons who have left the world. In 2015, two waitresses at a Manhattan restaurant were stunned when they learned how they both were left $50,000 each by a late patron, an art collector and dealer.
A metal detector, a smashed Roman helmet and a £2.3 million bid; the Cumbrian field find that slipped through a legal gap
In Cumbria (2010) a metal detectorist found a Roman cavalry parade helmet in the field. It was sold for some £2.3 million at Christies but not included in the Treasure Act. The landowner took half the money, museums lost out, and later excavation showed where the helmet had been buried.
How one archaeologist’s drawings became an over 100 million dollar smuggling scandal
In 1959 British archeologist James Mellaart published drawings of a royal Bronze Age treasure that he said he had seen in a house in Izmir, Turkey. Three years later a Turkish newspaper accused him of smuggling artifacts worth an estimated one billion lira ($110.8 million, based on the 1962 exchange rate of nearly 9.02 Turkish lira per 1 US dollar) out of the country. The objects were never found and researchers question whether the Dorak treasure was real, stolen or a fabrication.
Ahead of Jailer 2 release, a quick recap of how Rajinikanth’s action drama Jailer became one of Tamil cinema’s biggest hits. Plot, cameos, box office collection
Set to hit theaters on October 15, Jailer 2 is generating buzz with impressive advance ticket sales. The film dives into the past of Tiger Muthuvel Pandian while safeguarding his family. With special appearances from legends like Mohanlal and Shiva Rajkumar, the excitement is palpable. Here's a quick recap of what all happened in first film, Jailer.
An ancient idol drew a $12.7 million bid; Why Turkey failed to get it back
A prehistoric marble figurine from Anatolia became the centre of a multimillion-dollar ownership dispute after a reported $12.7 million bid at Christie's. In March 2023, a US appeals court rejected Turkey's attempt to recover the Guennol Stargazer, citing the timing and history of its claim. The case highlights the complex relationship between art-market value, legal ownership and cultural heritage.
Shekhar Suman’s 12,000 sq feet Victorian-style sea-facing Mumbai penthouse has 10 balconies, European architecture and a smart-screen refrigerator
Shekhar Suman has an impressive four-storey penthouse in Mumbai, which features Victorian-style interiors and beautiful sea views. The penthouse includes multiple balconies, a gym, a home theatre, and a study for work. Suman discussed the intricacies of his home's décor and the role his wife, Alka, played in its design. Scroll down and take a look.
Archaeologists found a copper scroll listing hidden treasure in 64 locations in 1952. 7 decades later, the hoard's existence and whereabouts remain unresolved historical mysteries
Discovered in 1952 in a cave at Qumran near the Dead Sea, the Copper Scroll stands apart from other Dead Sea Scrolls as it was inscribed on copper and explains several locations that contain supposed hidden treasure. Its list refers to 64 locations, several believed to be near Jericho, and includes references to gold, silver, coins and religious objects possibly connected with the Jerusalem Temple.
In the 1980s, a London shopper paid £10 for a diamond ring at a car boot sale; 30 years later, its 26.27-carat stone sold for £657,000 at auction
An Isleworth woman in west London bought a ring at a car boot sale in the 1980s for £10, thinking it was just ordinary costume jewelry. After wearing it everyday for decades, she found its remarkable secret when a jeweller indicated it could be valuable. Sotheby's specialists analyzed the ring, and the Gemological Institute of America confirmed that its 26.27-carat cushion-shaped diamond was genuine.
Dolly Parton launched a free-book programme in Tennessee in 1995; 30 years later, it has gifted nearly 300 million books to children
Dolly Parton launched the Imagination Library in 1995 to help children in her home county of Sevier County, Tennessee, access books from an early age. Inspired by her father, Robert Lee Parton, who never learned to read or write, the country music star created a programme that mails free, age-appropriate books to enrolled children from birth until they turn five. Over three decades, the initiative expanded beyond Tennessee to reach communities across the United States and other countries. According to the supplied programme fact sheet, the Imagination Library has distributed more than 300 million books to children.
A shopper paid $25 for a Victorian brooch at an antiques market in 2024; experts identified William Burges’s work, and the piece later sold for $15,000 at auction
A brooch bought for just under £20 at an English antique market over three decades ago has attracted attention after its owner, Flora Steel, recognised its design in an old BBC Antiques Roadshow clip. The jewellery was found as a creation of William Burges, the celebrated Victorian-era designer popular for his Gothic Revival architecture and distinctive decorative work.
From paneer to pizza, FSSAI puts India’s ₹200 lakh crore consumer boom to the test. Who pays?
The FSSAI's escalated enforcement in consumer sectors in India has led to increased compliance costs for companies. Many brands are now reevaluating their product claims and formulations as they face regulatory pressure. This heightened scrutiny could lead to rising operational costs and may require pricing changes for consumers. The increased compliance standards will likely benefit organized companies while posing significant challenges for smaller, unregulated businesses over time.
A California buyer paid $2 for a photo believed to show Billy the Kid in 2015; experts authenticated it and valued the rare image at up to $5 million
Randy Guijarro made an astounding find in a California antique store – a photograph depicting the legendary Billy the Kid. Through diligent research and authentication by historians, the picture was confirmed to possess significant worth and historical context, demonstrating an intimate gathering of the outlaw with his associates. The image was linked back to New Mexico during the tumultuous Lincoln County War period.
In 2014, a US scrap dealer found a Fabergé egg among unwanted items; the result revealed a lost imperial treasure worth millions after experts identified its royal history
A US scrap metal dealer bought a decorative egg at a Midwestern flea market in 2014 for about $14,000, hoping to make money from its gold content. After reading about imperial Fabergé Easter eggs, he contacted London antiques dealer Kieran McCarthy of Wartski for an expert assessment. The egg was identified as one of the missing imperial treasures created by Peter Carl Fabergé for Russia's royal family.
'Never-ending flow of cheap labour': JD Vance reiterates US stand on barring Microsoft, TCS Infosys & others from green card program
US Vice President JD Vance defended the Trump administration’s move to suspend major technology companies, including Microsoft and Adobe, from the employment-based green card programme, accusing corporations of relying on cheap foreign labour at the expense of American workers.
Kiara Advani lives in a Rs 90 crore Mumbai home with Sidharth Malhotra having a Arabian Sea view balcoony, floor-to-ceiling windows, walk-in closet and minimalist interiors
Kiara Advani Rs 90 crore Mumbai Home: Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are expecting their second child, months after welcoming daughter Saraayah in 2025. The couple lives in a Rs 90 crore sea-facing home in Pali Hill, Mumbai, designed by Gauri Khan, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows, a walk-in closet and minimalist interiors. The couple is also linked to a second under-construction bungalow in Juhu's JVPD area.
Anupam Kher lives in Mumbai home with wife Kirron and son Sikander featuring artefacts, awards, career photographs, Ganesha idols, Sikander’s film memorabilia and a balcony overlooking lush greenery
Anupam Kher house tour: Sikander Kher provided a glimpse into the Mumbai home of his parents, Anupam and Kirron Kher. The residence features a blend of contemporary design and nostalgic family memorabilia throughout various rooms. A significant section is dedicated to displaying the couple's achievements in awards and personal artefacts collected over the years. A compact mandir is included, adding to the home's traditional feel.
Why Washington’s National Gallery is putting broken statues on display — from ancient Egypt to Mussolini
The exhibition titled 'Broken: The Power of the Fragment' will showcase over 80 works in Florence. These works will demonstrate how damage can enhance appreciation of art's meaning and historical context. It explores how broken sculptures reflect cultural shifts and transformations over time. Some fragments were intentionally created to embody ritual significance and community connections.
Jeetendra lives in a Rs 200-crore Krishna bungalow in Mumbai's Juhu featurin family portraits, a large Ganesh temple and spaces for family gatherings
Jeetendra's journey from a modest upbringing in Girgaon's Shyam Sadan chawl to wealth showcases family success. The Kapoor family’s property holdings include the significant 'Krishna' bungalow in Juhu, valued at Rs 200 crore. Jeetendra's business career as chairman of Balaji Telefilms accompanies his acting legacy. His daughter Ektaa has expanded the family's media empire, increasing her net worth substantially.
Karan Johar lives in 8,000-square-foot Pali Hill duplex in Mumbai worth Rs 32 crore designed by Gauri Khan that has a wraparound terrace, a bedroom-turned-closet, a glam room and a spacious living area
Karan Johar house tour: The filmmaker's house in Bandra, Mumbai, was redesigned by Gauri Khan into a spacious family-friendly environment. During the Covid-19 lockdown, Johar, his mother, and his twins used the home extensively. Notably, an entire bedroom was converted into a luxury closet for Johar's designer collection. Furthermore, his home features a lush, green deck that creates a relaxing atmosphere.
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