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Kerala Artist Turns Trash Into Lifelike Tiger Sculpture
Planet WinsMar 19

Kerala Artist Turns Trash Into Lifelike Tiger Sculpture

A Kerala artist recreated the iconic tiger from the film Kantara using only discarded materials like coconut fiber, banana leaves, and scrap. The sculpture is so realistic that viewers online couldn't believe it was made from waste.

The Better India2 min read
Kerala Artist Turns Banana Leaves Into Roaring Tiger Art
VideosMar 9

Kerala Artist Turns Banana Leaves Into Roaring Tiger Art

A Kerala sculptor transforms trash into treasure, crafting a life-sized Kantara tiger from banana leaves, coconut husks, and straws. His workshop proves waste can become wonder with patience and imagination.

The Better India2 min read
Women Break Barriers Painting Election Graffiti in Kerala
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Women Break Barriers Painting Election Graffiti in Kerala

In Kerala's elections, women artists are painting campaign graffiti on walls, breaking into a field traditionally dominated by men. Their colorful, handcrafted work keeps a traditional art form alive while proving creativity has no gender.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Artiure Turns AI Art Into Income for 100 Artists
InnovationMay 20

India's Artiure Turns AI Art Into Income for 100 Artists

A new platform is helping digital and AI artists transform their work into physical products while earning perpetual revenue. Artiure aims to bring 100 artists online by year's end, creating financial opportunities for creators who struggle to monetize digital art.

YourStory India3 min read
French Artist Celebrates Malayali Women Living Far From Home
Global NewsMar 20

French Artist Celebrates Malayali Women Living Far From Home

A French artist is honoring the stories of Malayali women who've moved away from Kerala through a stunning exhibition that blends portraits with traditional saris. The project captures how distance transforms cultural identity into something deeply intentional.

The Hindu2 min read
India Picks Kerala for Rare Earth Corridor, 50K New Jobs
SolutionsFeb 1

India Picks Kerala for Rare Earth Corridor, 50K New Jobs

India selected Kerala and three other states to build a rare earth minerals corridor that could create 50,000 jobs and attract $5 billion in investment. The project turns Kerala's coastal mineral wealth into permanent magnets for defense, space, and electric vehicles.

The Hindu3 min read
2,400 Artists Got $1K Monthly. They Worked More, Not Less
SolutionsMay 19

2,400 Artists Got $1K Monthly. They Worked More, Not Less

When New York gave 2,400 artists $1,000 a month with no strings attached, critics predicted laziness. Instead, artists spent nearly four more hours per week on their creative work.

Good Good Good3 min read
Kerala Women Turn Pandemic Crochet Hobby Into Collective
Acts of KindnessApr 17

Kerala Women Turn Pandemic Crochet Hobby Into Collective

When lockdown left women searching for creative outlets, two friends in Kerala transformed a shared love of crochet into The Starlings, a thriving community of 25 craftswomen who share orders and support each other's work. What started as a WhatsApp group now connects women across Kerala and into West Asia.

The Hindu2 min read
Grandmother Defied 1950s Norms as Artist and Mother
Acts of KindnessApr 5

Grandmother Defied 1950s Norms as Artist and Mother

A new art exhibition celebrates Mirka Mora, a Holocaust survivor who rejected 1950s conformity to become both a devoted mother and groundbreaking Australian modernist artist. Her granddaughter now curates a show honoring the radical artists who shaped Australia's creative revolution.

ABC Australia3 min read
60+ Artists Unite for Bengaluru's National Art Festival
InnovationMay 30

60+ Artists Unite for Bengaluru's National Art Festival

India's vibrant art scene came alive as over 60 accomplished artists from across the country gathered in Bengaluru for the second annual Namma Art festival. The celebration showcased diverse artistic voices and sparked important conversations about creativity's role in modern India.

YourStory India2 min read
Spotify and Universal Launch Artist-Approved AI Remixes
InnovationMay 22

Spotify and Universal Launch Artist-Approved AI Remixes

Music fans will soon be able to create custom covers and remixes of their favorite songs, with artists getting paid and choosing whether to participate. Spotify and Universal Music Group just announced a groundbreaking deal that puts creative control and compensation in artists' hands.

Google News - Entertainment3 min read
Spotify Badges Now Verify Artists Are Human, Not AI
InnovationApr 30

Spotify Badges Now Verify Artists Are Human, Not AI

Spotify just launched a green checkmark system to help listeners identify real human artists as AI-generated music now makes up nearly half of all daily uploads. Over 99% of popular artists will get verified at launch, with more rolling out weekly.

Engadget2 min read
Indian Startup Artiure Helps Artists Earn From Digital Art
SolutionsMay 20

Indian Startup Artiure Helps Artists Earn From Digital Art

A new platform is turning digital artwork into physical products while helping artists reach global markets and build sustainable careers. Artiure splits revenue 70-30 with creators, putting income directly in artists' hands.

YourStory India2 min read
Spotify Verifies 99% of Artists to Fight AI Music Flood
InnovationApr 30

Spotify Verifies 99% of Artists to Fight AI Music Flood

Spotify just launched verified badges to help you find real human artists as AI-generated music takes over streaming platforms. Over 99% of artists you actively search for now get a green checkmark proving they're the real deal.

TechCrunch2 min read
Kerala: A Decade Without Communal Conflict
Global NewsJan 18

Kerala: A Decade Without Communal Conflict

India's Kerala state has achieved ten consecutive years without communal violence, even as religious tensions rise elsewhere in the country. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan credits firm government action and an uncompromising stance against divisive forces for maintaining peace.

The Hindu2 min read
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Acts of Kindness5d ago

Artist Rocío Sánchez, 63, Still Creating After 53 Years

Mexican artist Rocío Sánchez has spent over five decades transforming emotions into paintings and sculptures shown from Paris to New York. At 63, she's embracing virtual reality and mentoring young artists through her "Journey of Consciousness" project in Guanajuato.

Mexico News Daily3 min read
Kerala Mechanic Builds Dream Home From Scrap Car Parts
InnovationMar 14

Kerala Mechanic Builds Dream Home From Scrap Car Parts

A motorcycle mechanic in Kerala transformed discarded vehicle parts into an extraordinary home where guests sit on scooter sofas and admire chandeliers made from bicycle rims. His creative upcycling project has captured over 100 million views online and inspired countless people to reimagine what's possible with recycled materials.

Times of India - Good News2 min read
Kerala Documents Untold Stories of African Diaspora
SolutionsFeb 14

Kerala Documents Untold Stories of African Diaspora

Researchers in Kerala, India are launching a groundbreaking project to preserve the forgotten migration stories of generations of Keralites who built lives across Africa. Their experiences as traders, professionals, and entrepreneurs have shaped communities on two continents but risk being lost forever.

The Hindu2 min read
Kerala Approves New Policies for Women and Elderly
SolutionsFeb 11

Kerala Approves New Policies for Women and Elderly

India's Kerala state just passed sweeping new policies designed to protect women's rights and support healthy aging for seniors. The updated frameworks aim to end discrimination and ensure equal representation across all sectors of society.

The Hindu3 min read
Kerala Creates Department for Senior Citizens' Welfare
SolutionsMay 21

Kerala Creates Department for Senior Citizens' Welfare

Kerala just became the first Indian state to establish a dedicated Department for Senior Citizens' Welfare, tackling its unique aging challenge head-on. With nearly one in five residents already over 60, this bold move consolidates fragmented elderly care programs into one powerful system.

The Hindu3 min read

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