SONAL SINGH
Gen Z's art era: How the new generation is reshaping the art market online
Gen Z is revolutionizing the art market by embracing it as a lifestyle, prioritizing flexibility, transparency, and ethical relevance. They are driving the rise of young contemporary artists and regional voices, often starting with accessible price points and fractional ownership. The art world is adapting by leveraging social media and offering more approachable collecting experiences to engage this demographic.
Bvlgari’s Kada bracelets to Louis Vuitton's autorickshaw bags, India is haute on global luxe runway
Global luxury brands are increasingly turning to India for inspiration and market growth, with customized offerings that blend Indian culture with global appeal. Prada took cues from the Kolhapuri chappal, while Louis Vuitton released a handbag inspired by an autorickshaw. Designer Robert Wun sparked online buzz with a fishtail gown resembling a lehenga.
Meerut to Ghaziabad in 30 minutes: Namo Bharat Rapid rail services to Meerut South station may start next week
The Namo Bharat rapid rail corridor is likely to be extended from Sahibabad to Meerut South by the end of this month, enhancing connectivity between Ghaziabad and Meerut. Approved by the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety, this 8km extension will cut travel time to 30 minutes. The project includes 13 Meerut stations, with substantial benefits for students and commuters, promising a significant upgrade in travel efficiency.
Fitness-tech startup Fittr gets $11.5 million from Dream Capital, Elysian Park
Fittr will use the funding to step up growth and expansion into new markets, including North America, the United Kingdom and Singapore, which currently account for 30% of the fitness-tech startup’s overall revenue.
Crypto art: Fad or the future? Galleries take time to decide on NFTs
Digital artwork gaining traction among artists & audiences but galleries sceptical about new trend.
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Going, going, gone: Covid-19 boosts online art auctions
Leading global, as well as Indian auction houses, told PTI that the number of online auctions held in 2020 have gone up, indicating the increased popularity of bidding over the internet while keeping the significance of physical auctions unchanged.
Fittr co-founder has daily check-in calls with team to ensure energy levels are high
Sonal Singh likes to mentally ‘switch off’ from work after the closing call of the day.
Fitness startup Fittr raises $2 million from Surge
Founded in January 2016, Fittr provides free access to diet and training tools, live fitness sessions with experts, Q&A with coaches, and connects users to a community of fitness experts and enthusiasts.
On Christie’s India MD's bucket list: A trip to Brazil, Peru and Machu Picchu
Sonal Singh says she loves taking solo trips.
Little black book: Sonal Singh notes the tail number of every aircraft she has been on
Singh is the newly appointed MD of Christie’s India.
Why Padman alone can’t end the taboo in India
From the whispered request for sanitary pads to the quietly handed over black bag in cities, here's why menstruation still remains a taboo in our country.
ET Suits and Sayings: Wackiest whispers in corporate corridors
Hot on the heels of a successful listing, the buzz on the streets is that this company’s cricket-loving CEO may be shortlisted for a top job at a private sector bank.
When Hemendranath Mazumdar's 1974 painting fetched Rs 15.63 crore at an auction
Jehangir Sabavala’s painting too witnessed competitive bidding.
Indian art paints a vibrant picture, attracts many global collectors
Sotheby’s is launching Sotheby’s Institute of Art in India next month for Indian collectors and connoisseurs and will conduct programmes on global art markets.
Vasudeo Gaitonde's painting sold for Rs 29.30 crore at Christie's India auction
The untitled painting by the artist replaced Syed Haider Raza's work 'Bindu', and set a world record.
Indian masters on offer at Christie's mega auction
As part of a celebration held in anticipation of Christie's upcoming Indian Sale, a select group of SoBo ladies hobnobbed over a lunch of mini idlis, dosas and curd rice.
Led by Christie's auction, success of three art events may signal revival for industry
While the scale and model of each event is different – the auction is a transparent, upfront secondary market and the fair an open commercial stage.
Hema Malini draws flak from NGOs over her remark on Vrindavan widows
Hema, MP from Mathura said, that the widows from Bengal and Bihar should not crowd Vrindavan, the holy city in UP home to thousands of destitute women.
Indian art market: Last week's record price for a Gaitonde work may revive art as an asset class
Kiran Nadar, founder of Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, who participated in the Christie’s auction, says the event is potentially a market moodchanger.
Thumbs up for Christie's first auction in India
At this auction, buying came from around India, across Asia, the US and Europe, reflecting both the worldwide interest in this category.
How mending luxury leather products mints big money
"Repairing, cleaning and restoring branded luxury products is adding to our core business of made to measure shoes," says Kenneth Lee.
CBI finds Kripa Shankar's financial link with Madhu Koda's aide
CBI has found evidence of financial transactions between Kripa Shankar Singh and Kamlesh Singh, an aide of ex-chief minister Madhu Koda.
Six killed as Delhi-bound Mandore Express derails
The Delhi-bound Mandore Express derailed with some portion of the track piercing its AC compartment, leaving six passengers dead and 19 others injured in the wee hours in Bassi town near here today.
Art by desi contemporaries interests foreign collectors
Contemporary artist Subodh Gupta's oil painting sold at a whopping Rs 4.28 crore at the recent art auction where bidders from 32 countries competed with each other for over a hundred works of art by Indian contemporaries.
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