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Assam: 50-year old woman entrepreneur revives traditional Muga silk indust
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Despite facing many challenges, Kalyani Gogoi who is now leading and supporting nearly 1000 women weavers, has earned Rs 20-30 lakh annually by selling traditional Muga Silk products.
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Gujarat's cultural handicraft 'Gharchola' receives GI Tag, takes state's t
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The coveted GI tag for Gharchola handicrafts was presented to Gujarat at the "GI and Beyond - Virasat Se Vikas Tak" program in New Delhi, hosted by the Handlooms Development Commissioner of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
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Mavuris, an artisanal saree brand opens flagship store in Hyderabad
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 7: The tale of Mavuris dates back to the 1930s, when their matriarch, the late Mavuri Veeramma, tirelessly sold handwoven sarees in the lanes of Rajahmundry on foot. Hailing from a family of skilled weavers, Veeramma's passion for the craft was innate, and she spe
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KVIC hikes wages of khadi artisans on Gandhi Jayanti
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
As per Manoj Kumar, Chairman, KVIC, spinners who spin yarn on the charkha will see a 25 per cent increase in their wages, while weavers who work on the loom will receive a 7 per cent hike.
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Fashion Icons Celebrate the Successful Launch of Mṛjā Collective's Pop-Up
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 21: Mṛjā Collective, the luxury ethical fashion platform that redefines the "Made in India" label (www.mrjacollective.com), successfully held its launch pop-up event, Kṣitija - Daughter of the Earth, in Bengaluru. The event was graced by renowned fashion icons Pr
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Govt taking various measures to support handloom weavers through National
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The National Handloom Development Programme offers financial aid to eligible handloom organizations and workers, covering the costs of upgraded looms and accessories, solar lighting units, construction of worksheds, product and design development, technical and common infrastructure, and mar
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Padma Shri Sarees Take Centre Stage at Woxsen University
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 19: Woxsen University, in collaboration with the Weavers' Service Centre, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, made history, by hosting a spectacular showcase of Padma Shri and National Award-winningsarees by the Weavers' Service Center. The eve
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"Wear traditional handloom at least once a month": Andhra CM Naidu on Nati
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Andhra CM Naidu said that his government is committed to helping the weavers' community and restoring the glory of Andhra Pradesh's handlooms.
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National Handloom Day: Weavers of Gujarat's Bhujodi weave a story of resil
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Known primarily for their expertise in weaving blankets, shawls, and carpets, the artisans of Bhujodi have transformed their heritage into a thriving industry.
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Gujarat CM inaugurates Handicraft Exhibition organised by NIFT Gandhinagar
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Handicraft Exhibition organised by the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Gandhinagar on Wednesday.
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Nita Ambani says Anant-Radhika wedding will pay tribute to "cradle of Indi
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
"I have always been fascinated by Kashi, the oldest living city. The city of light. The cradle of Indian civilisation. Throughout Anant and Radhika's wedding celebrations, we have tried to pay our tribute to India's glorious culture and heritage brought alive by thousands of artisans, kaarig
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JioMart collaborates with JASCOLAMPF, JHARCRAFT to showcase Jharkhand's in
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
JioMart, the e-marketplace arm of Reliance Retail, with its vision to empower and facilitate the growth of small-scale sellers, including the artisans and traditional weavers, today announced its collaboration with JASCOLAMPF, a State Govt Emporium from Jharkhand, and JHARCRAFT, which is a g
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