UP Theme State for Surajkund International Craft Mela 2025
Uttar Pradesh is the theme state for the 39th Surajkund Mela from Jan 31 to Feb 14. Explore UP's crafts, cuisine & culture through 40 ODOP stalls and daily performances.
Uttar Pradesh is the theme state for the 39th Surajkund Mela from Jan 31 to Feb 14. Explore UP's crafts, cuisine & culture through 40 ODOP stalls and daily performances.
Artisans from Khambhat, Gujarat, are reviving a 5,000-year-old Harappan bead-making link at the Rakhigarhi Festival in Haryana, showcasing ancient trade and craftsmanship. Discover this living history!
In the 129th episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi highlighted Margaret Ramtharsiem from Manipur, who transformed traditional bamboo craft into a sustainable livelihood for over 50 artisans, showcasing grassroots empowerment.
Artisans from Khambhat have successfully revived the 5000-year-old Harappan bead-making craft at Rakhigarhi, creating a direct link to our ancient heritage. Discover this incredible story of cultural revival.
Jack And Jill School in Lucknow held a creative craft exhibition featuring student-made pottery, paintings, and eco-friendly art. The event promoted recycling and showcased replicas of iconic monuments.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces Rs 500 crore Union Budget allocation for Rakhigarhi's development and a push for UNESCO World Heritage status. Details inside.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces a Rs 500 crore Central fund to develop the Harappan site of Rakhigarhi with a museum, research institute, and tourist facilities, aiming for UNESCO status. Explore India's ancient legacy.
The Singh family's five-generation watchmaking legacy in Nairobi, intertwined with British colonial history and Kenya's independence struggle, now faces an uncertain future as the last keeper of the craft, 74-year-old Ravinder Singh, wonders who will carr
UNESCO and Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage present a two-day village festival in Sajnekhali, Sundarbans, to promote Bengal's folk traditions and empower local artisans. Discover the cultural mosaic.
BHU's six-day 'Tana-Bana' craft workshop in Varanasi concluded, empowering women with weaving skills. Dean Prof. Ranjan Kumar Singh encouraged self-reliance. Read more about this skill development initiative.
Prabhas launches The Script Craft International Short Film Festival, a global platform for aspiring filmmakers. Top directors endorse the initiative. Winners get exposure to major production houses.
The Brij Incubator hosted its first public 'Investment Pitch Opportunity' for artisan startups at Serendipity Arts Festival in Panjim, offering a crucial platform for funding and growth in India's craft sector.
From Nita Ambani's Parsi Gara to Prada's Kolhapuri controversy, explore the standout Indian craft moments of 2025 that celebrated heritage on global platforms. Discover the stories.
Delhi and Gurgaon transform into festive hubs with hands-on Christmas workshops. From wreath-making to gingerbread houses, discover how the city is celebrating with art, community, and cozy creativity. Join the festive fun!
The Indian Navy commissioned the advanced, indigenously-built DSC A20 diving support vessel in Kochi, boosting underwater ops and salvage capabilities. Read more about this 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' milestone.
Struggling with Christmas gifts for kids? Explore educational toys, books, creative kits, tech gifts & experiences. Make this holiday special & stress-free!
Explore the best photos from around the world on December 8, 2025, featuring Gujarat's Siddhi Dhamal in Prayagraj, festive London markets, and more global moments. See the visual stories that defined the day.
Prime Minister Modi's gift of an Agra marble chess set to President Putin has ignited hopes for a GI tag and global recognition for the city's skilled artisans. Read more.
Explore how designer Khushi Shah transforms Banarasi textiles into contemporary wearable art, weaving memory and legacy into every creation. Discover her unique vision.
Veteran actor Helen and Rajat Bedi attended a dazzling fashion show in Amritsar celebrating Punjab's rich craft heritage. The event highlighted Phulkari, handlooms, and sustainable fashion.
Discover how Goa's 400-year-old craft spirit, feni, is being championed at The Good Craft Co's Flavour Lab in Bengaluru. Learn about its unique process, tasting notes, and the new narrative for India's indigenous spirits. Read more.
President Droupadi Murmu's special interaction with artisan Sushil Gajbhiye at Hyderabad's Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav brings Nagpur's rare tribal tumba art into the national spotlight. Discover the story.
The 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela will be held from Jan 31 to Feb 15, 2026. Egypt is the partner nation; UP & Meghalaya are theme states. Explore crafts, culture & cuisine.
A groundbreaking climate study reveals how prolonged droughts over 1,000 years led to the gradual decline of the Indus Valley Civilization. Discover the lessons for modern monsoon-dependent regions.
New research from IIT Gandhinagar reveals four devastating droughts, lasting up to 160 years, led to the collapse of the Indus Valley Civilization. Discover the climate secrets of ancient India.
Discover how non-consumers can help preserve India's living craft heritage. Learn practical ways to support artisans and sustain traditional crafts as relevant ecosystems.
Explore Chorus, the new Mumbai atelier by Karishma Swali. Celebrating Indian craft with Dior, eco-fashion, and a multidisciplinary space. Discover the future of sustainable luxury.
Discover how leading Indian designers and brands are transforming traditional crafts into contemporary fashion while uplifting artisan communities across India.
India's naturally crafted Animal Apple Cider makes history by securing gold in blind tasting at Spiritz Awards 2025, marking a breakthrough for Indian craft beverages on global stage.
Discover how AI-powered breweries are creating the perfect pint with algorithms, machine learning, and data analytics - transforming traditional brewing methods across India and beyond.