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Delhi’s art scene expands: New galleries, bigger spaces | News Today News

Delhi’s art scene expands: New galleries, bigger spaces | News Today News

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4 min readNew DelhiMay 30, 2026 01:09 PM IST In the leafy and largely residential Safdarjung Enclave neighbourhood, the multistorey Anant Art Gallery stands out as a distinctive arts destination. Operating out of Noida for more than four years — before which it called several other neighbourhoods across the Capital home — it opened this flagship space in the heart of Delhi, designed by Studio Lotus, only earlier this year. With a group exhibition titled ‘Reverie. Pause. ‘Rupture,’ curated by Gayatri Sinha on view recently, the space also hosted a two-day curatorial forum in March, discussing experiences and perspectives of practitioners engaged within the arts. “We wanted an experiential gallery where viewers would be encouraged to discover art and not follow a prescribed path,” says Mamta Singhania, founder-director of Anant Art. She also intends to open a cafeteria and book-reading corner at the gallery. She adds, “Young collectors today don’t just acquire art for investment, they are looking for works that resonate with them and want to spend time understanding and browsing art.” In a …

‘What a wonderful start’: Indian Army veteran praises Chicago’s cycling lanes and fitness spaces

‘What a wonderful start’: Indian Army veteran praises Chicago’s cycling lanes and fitness spaces

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An Indian Army veteran in Chicago has sparked a conversation online after sharing a video of his first cycling experience in the city. Taking to Instagram, Yashpal Singh Mor posted a clip in which he was seen cycling along the Michigan Lake shoreline while praising the infrastructure created for fitness, running and cycling. An Indian Army veteran praised Chicago’s cycling tracks and fitness-friendly infrastructure in a viral video. (Instagram/@gen.yashmor) (Also read: ‘Most garbage friendly city in India’: Army veteran mocks ‘millennium city’ Gurgaon in viral video) In the video, Mor appeared impressed by the dedicated cycling and running spaces in the city. Sharing his experience, he said, “if it’s your first ride and this is what you see… nations don’t become great just like that until there is space for fitness and running. Look, even though it’s afternoon right now, people are cycling, running… there’s an open gym and a lake over there. Look at this view from my bicycle. Isn’t it so safe? It’s so safe even though a highway is passing right next …

Sonu Sood speaks up after Punjab begins removing stray dogs from public spaces; urges people to adopt and protect them

Sonu Sood speaks up after Punjab begins removing stray dogs from public spaces; urges people to adopt and protect them

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Actor Sonu Sood has spoken up after the Punjab government began a drive to remove stray dogs from the streets and move them to shelters or euthanise them if they’re deemed dangerous. The actor mentioned that many households look after and feed the dogs, but the government wants to move them. He also urged animal lovers to adopt these dogs and speak up against the court ruling. Sonu Sood urges animal lovers to speak up for street dogs and their safety. Sonu Sood speaks up after Punjab government removes stray dogs Sonu posted a video on his social media in which he spoke about what was happening in Punjab regarding stray dogs and said, “I saw a Tweet today in which our Honourable CM Punjab has given an order to remove stray dogs. I have seen a lot of videos claiming what is allegedly happening to them after that. They were very disturbing.” He then pointed out that many who coexist with these dogs know which ones are harmful and which aren’t. “But we need …

Shrinking shared spaces in a growing cityscape

Shrinking shared spaces in a growing cityscape

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Four years ago, Halley Kalyan moved from Moti Nagar to a gated community in Manikonda for a reason that had little to do with luxury or status. In a rapidly changing Hyderabad, the 40-year-old product manager simply wanted his seven-year-old daughter to have a safe place to ride a bicycle. Back in Moti Nagar, learning to cycle was proving to be a task. Their apartment block had little space beyond a cramped parking area packed with vehicles. Outside, speeding traffic left no safe stretch for a child to wobble through her first cycling lessons. “For days, I struggled to take her out. There was no safe stretch, no open space. Something as basic as cycling became difficult,” he recalls. Today, those worries feel distant. Every evening, his daughter cycles through parks and paved tracks within the residential complex before walking to her Kuchipudi class held in the compound itself. Families gather near the clubhouse, children spill into open spaces and residents move about without stepping onto a busy road. But for Kalyan, the move also …

3 seater sofas that will redefine your spaces and add a touch of luxury: My top 6 picks

3 seater sofas that will redefine your spaces and add a touch of luxury: My top 6 picks

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When it comes to creating a comfortable home, the right sofa can make or break the entire deal for you. A well-chosen 3 seater can anchor a living room, complete a bedroom sitting corner, or add relaxed charm to a family space. Comfort matters, though style plays an equally important role. The ideal sofa balances supportive seating with materials and design that feel inviting every single day. A plush 3 seater sofa placed in a warm living room, inviting comfort, soft textures and relaxed evenings at home. (Pexels.com) Neha holds a master’s degree in design and has a keen eye for furniture and fashion, effortlessly mixing aesthetics with practicality. From premium picks to budget-friendly finds, she makes the search simple for her readers. Always jetsetting, she sprinkles in quirky travel tips, favourite destinations, and luggage essentials alongside her well-researched insights on lifestyle trends, runway styles, and statement furniture. Read moreRead less I spent time studying customer ratings, reading user feedback and shortlisting brands known for consistent quality. Premium price tags often reflect better construction, frames …

Since 2017, cases of SCs denied access to public spaces on the rise with lion’s share in U.P.

Since 2017, cases of SCs denied access to public spaces on the rise with lion’s share in U.P.

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Reported cases of denial of access to public spaces to persons from Scheduled Caste communities — a crime category that was introduced in 2017 by the National Crime Records Bureau — have been rising across India since law enforcement authorities started recording them, with an increasing share of these crimes consistently being reported in Uttar Pradesh. From the latest available set of crime data in the NCRB’s 2023 Crime in India report, there were 180 reported cases of SCs being denied access to public spaces under the Prevention of Atrocities (SC/ST) Act across the country. Of these, 173 cases were reported in U.P. alone, with the other cases that year coming from Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. NCRB’s data for the year before, 2022, showed that the country reported 305 cases of SCs being denied access to public spaces, of which 300, or 98.36%, were from U.P. In a report released earlier this year, the National Campaign for Dalit Human Rights (NCDHR) had said that an increase in such cases “reflected entrenched …

Merlin Prime Spaces acquires 13,185 sq m land parcel in Pune for ₹273 crore

Merlin Prime Spaces acquires 13,185 sq m land parcel in Pune for ₹273 crore

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Merlin Prime Spaces Private Limited has acquired a 13,185 sq metre land parcel in Pune’s Mundhwa area near Koregaon Park, for ₹273 crore, according to registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix. Merlin Prime Spaces Private Limited has acquired a 13,185 sq metre land parcel in Pune’s Mundhwa area near Koregaon Park, for ₹273 crore. (Photo for representational purposes only) (Gemini Generated Photo ) The transaction was executed through a sale deed registered on February 20, 2026. The seller of the land parcel is Shridhar Nandlal Pittie, the document showed. The transaction attracted a stamp duty payment of ₹19.11 crore, it showed. Merlin Prime Spaces is a subsidiary of the Kolkata-based real estate developer Merlin Group. Mundhwa has emerged as one of Pune’s active real estate corridors due to its proximity to Kharadi’s IT hub, Hadapsar and Koregaon Park, making it attractive for both residential and mixed-use developments. A list of questions has been sent to Merlin Prime Spaces, and the story will be updated if a response is received. Also Read: ₹250 crore”>Pune real estate: …

Lack of open spaces puts strain on sporting culture| India News

Lack of open spaces puts strain on sporting culture| India News

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As availability of open plots in Bengaluru has contracted over the past three decades, the question of who can afford to play sport has moved from the margins to the centre of civic debate. A December 2025 proposal to convert Bengaluru’s famed Nandan Ground to a turf facility-cum-stadium sparked backlash. (HT PHOTO) Public playgrounds that once functioned as free training grounds for neighbourhood youth are increasingly neglected or earmarked for “upgrades” that introduce fees, while private turf arenas, orderly, lit and bookable, have become the dependable alternative for those able to pay. The strain is visible at Nandan Ground in Austin Town, one of the city’s oldest open playing fields and long associated with the early development of football in Bengaluru. The ground has produced prominent Olympic and national-level footballers, including Sarangapani Raman, T. Shanmugham, Muhammad Kannayan and Berland Anthony, and for decades it operated without barriers, allowing anyone to join a game. “In public grounds, there will be more people and we can play with anyone,” said Rajiv, a volleyball player who spends his …

Chennai: Newly revamped Connemara Library offers better spaces for book lovers, researchers

Chennai: Newly revamped Connemara Library offers better spaces for book lovers, researchers

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The School Education Department and the Public Works Department added more sections inside the art-deco building after the restoration. | Photo Credit: S.R. Raghunathan A space meant to store records has now become an interesting science park with STEM activities including a gyroscope, large-sized periodic table, and a touch screen teaching the human anatomy, at the Connemara Public Library, located inside the Government Museum campus in Egmore. Thanks to judicious use of existing space, the School Education Department and the Public Works Department have been able to add more sections inside the art-deco building that was recently restored at a cost of ₹4.58 crore. The own-book reading section, that allows people to bring their own books to read, and a civil service section, where students preparing for competitive exams can read in peace, are attractions for college students. Aravindan, a student preparing for his chartered accountancy exam, said he liked the ambience. The peppy children’s books section features interesting decor that young children will find comfortable for curling up with a book from the wide …

Vanishing balconies in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru: Here’s why urban homes are forced to shrink open spaces

Vanishing balconies in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru: Here’s why urban homes are forced to shrink open spaces

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As buildings touch the skies, apartment sizes shrink, and towers get packed so tightly that a neighbour just a few feet away can peer straight into your living room, the once-simple pleasure of stepping out for a quiet cup of tea on the balcony is steadily losing its charm. Worsening air quality, particularly in NCR and Mumbai, along with perennial mosquito problems, are making balcony living far less appealing. For most urban residents, what was once a desirable feature is fast fading into memory. Balconies are shrinking or disappearing from mid-segment homes in Bengaluru and NCR, reflecting a shift toward luxury-focused designs. (Photo for representative purposes only) (Pixabay) A clear trend emerging across cities such as Bengaluru and the NCR is that balconies are shrinking in size, vanishing from mid-segment homes, and increasingly being reserved for high-end developments. Experts say this shift reflects growing buyer awareness about what they are actually paying for within their homes. Balconies are no longer standard inclusions; they are evolving into aspirational features typically associated with luxury apartments. In NCR …