A Business & Lifestyle e-zine by Bhakti Chuganee
Christie’s will auction significant works from modern Indian artists Krishen Khanna and Tyeb Mehta in September to celebrate their centenaries. Featured are Mehta’s Trussed Bull (est. $1.5-2.5M) and Khanna’s Bandwallas in Procession (est. $60,000-80,000). This event underscores their contributions to South Asian Modern art.
In 2025, the centenary of artist Tyeb Mehta will be celebrated through initiatives by Saffronart and the Tyeb Mehta Foundation, including a scholarship and a limited edition portfolio of 13 prints. Mehta, a renowned modernist, has left a profound legacy in Indian art, and events will honor his contributions throughout the year.
lululemon has partnered with Tata CLiQ to open its first store in India and launch e-commerce platforms by late 2026. This marks a significant step in lululemon’s expansion strategy, offering innovative athletic apparel and community experiences aimed at promoting active lifestyles in the Indian market.
Jane Birkin’s original Hermès Birkin sold for £8.6 million ($10.1 million) at Sotheby’s Paris, setting records for the most valuable handbag and luxury item sold in Europe. This auction attracted global attention, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Birkin bag and celebrating its legacy linked to Jane Birkin.
Jane Birkin’s original Hermes Birkin handbag will be auctioned at Sotheby’s in Paris on July 10, 2025, following an exhibition in New York. Known as a one-of-a-kind piece of fashion history, it revolutionized luxury accessories. The unique original features, absent in later versions, contribute to its legendary status in pop culture.
Christie’s summer auction in May 2025 will feature the Golconda Blue, the largest Fancy Vivid Blue diamond ever auctioned at 23.24 carats, with an estimated value of $35 – 50 million. This historic gem, with royal origins and stunning color, is set in a ring by JAR, embodying elegance and rarity.