Karnataka villagers unearth buried pot of gold during house construction, but it’s not what you thinkA routine construction in Lakkundi unearthed a pot of gold ornaments, sparking local excitement. However, the State Archaeology Department ...
10 Feb, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Talons, grilles and hand harnesses: India falls for sculptural jewellerySculptural and unusual jewelry, once a niche, is experiencing a resurgence, driven by consumers seeking unique self-expression and artistic...
19 Oct, 2025, 08.44 AM IST
Pin it to win it: The brooch makes a bold comebackBrooches are experiencing a significant revival, particularly among men, driven by a desire for individuality and self-expression. This res...
17 Aug, 2025, 08.25 AM IST
Wadhawan brothers siphoned Rs 11,500 crore from DHFL using 87 shell firms, says EDKapil and Dheeraj Wadhawan, promoters of DHFL, are accused of siphoning off over ₹11,500 crore through shell entities, using fraudulent loa...
30 May, 2025, 01.15 AM IST
Bank fraud case: ED attaches assets worth over Rs 70 cr of DHFL promoters WadhawansThe Enforcement Directorate has attached assets, including diamond jewellery and flats, worth more than Rs 70 crore of DHFL promoters Kapil...
26 Oct, 2023, 10.03 PM IST
India growing more than other markets for Lladro: global chiefSpanish luxury porcelain brand Lladro is planning to increase its investment in India, as it sees potential for growth in the market. India...
25 Sep, 2023, 01.05 AM IST
Moon sculptures, NFTs give futuristic turn to Art Basel fair in SwitzerlandArtist Jeff Koons plans to send 125 miniature sculptures to the moon with multi-billionaire Elon Musk's SpaceX company.
20 Jun, 2022, 05.57 PM IST
India in the top five markets for Spanish luxury brand LladroThe Valencia-based brand entered India 13 years ago with limited edition sculptures of Hindu gods and classic pieces like cherubs and balle...
23 Sep, 2018, 03.38 PM IST
A Van Cleef emerald bow to Indian Mona Lisa, royals on the one heirloom they could never part withFive royals and their favourite heirlooms.
25 May, 2017, 12.07 PM IST
India's most expensive Durga idol steals the show at Rs 4 crore in AgartalaThe sculptures of the goddess along with other deities have been made of glass fibres, caustic stones and later adorned with gold & diamond...
08 Oct, 2016, 01.01 PM IST
Mumbai and Bangalore love gadgets more than holidaysThe furnishings portal Artanddecors.com recently conducted a survey of upper middle class Indians which reveals city-wise spending habits.
08 Oct, 2015, 12.54 PM IST
Budget 2012: Foreign bank deposits, paintings, watches may attract wealth tax under DTCDeposits in foreign banks, paintings, sculptures and expensive watches may come under the wealth tax net.
24 Feb, 2012, 01.25 PM IST
- Keep in mind valuation rules while gifting property
Our Expert offers tips on various tax-related issues in this weekly Column.
22 Apr, 2010, 01.28 AM IST
- CBDT tags gifts for taxation
It's time you looked that gift horse in the mouth, or so the new valuation rules decree.
14 Apr, 2010, 02.34 AM IST
- Gifts to attract tax, threshhold for wealth tax enhanced
The budget has extended the provision to tax cash gifts in the hands of the recipient to all non-cash gifts as well.
08 Jul, 2009, 11.28 AM IST
- There’s more to X’ian than terracotta warriors
Visitors to China may well be forgiven for thinking that Xi’an is just the base for a trip to the fascinating Terracotta Warriors.
07 Aug, 2008, 03.31 AM IST
- Marketers offer options galore on Mother’s Day
Wide range of offerings for the Mother’s Day promises to take the worry out of deciding what to get for the most important woman in one’s l...
12 May, 2007, 02.52 AM IST