Artist Kulpreet Singh’s Extinction Archive, showcased at the India Art Fair, is a powerful installation featuring drawings of over 900 endangered and extinct species on pesticide-dipped rice paper. Using ash from stubble burning and laser markings to symbolise ecological and human loss, the work reflects on environmental destruction

In a symbolic departure from tradition, enclosures along Kartavya Path for the 77th Republic Day parade have been named after India’s rivers such as the Ganga, Yamuna, Narmada and Krishna, replacing VVIP-style labels. The move reflects inclusivity and cultural pride, with clear signage guiding guests