Delhi's New Awards to Honour Artisans, Weavers, Designers
Delhi government announces Rajya Shilpkar Puraskar across 16 craft categories to honour artisans, boost livelihoods, and revive endangered crafts. Read more.
Delhi government announces Rajya Shilpkar Puraskar across 16 craft categories to honour artisans, boost livelihoods, and revive endangered crafts. Read more.
After a year's absence, Assam's Asharikandi terracotta craft will be featured in the 2026 Republic Day parade, showcasing artisan self-reliance and cultural heritage. Read more.
Delhi's Dilli Haat hosts the 40th Dastkari Haat Crafts Bazaar from Jan 1-15, 2026. Explore 130+ stalls, live demos, quilt workshops & folk performances. Discover India's heritage.
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.
PM Modi highlights Narasapuram's crochet lace, a GI-tagged craft empowering lakhs of women. Union Minister Sitharaman inaugurates an AI skill hub in Andhra Pradesh to boost rural employment.
Women in Chamba are breaking tradition by mastering the iconic Thal carving, aiming for financial independence and helping the district shed its 'aspirational' status. Read their inspiring journey.
Discover how Sunet village in Ludhiana became a global embroidery powerhouse, home to 8,000 migrant artisans exporting intricate handwork worldwide. Read its inspiring story.
Surat's diamond artisans face a 50-75% wage crash as they pivot to lab-grown gems. With 800,000 jobs at stake, the industry's foundation is cracking. Read the full story.
Handicrafts & Heritage Week 2024 spotlighted master artisans like Choti Tekam & Naveen Bhaskar, proving handmade heritage is a living cultural force. Discover how platforms empower craftspeople.
President Droupadi Murmu will confer the Shilp Guru and National Awards to Pattachitra artists Sudhir & Urbashee Maharana. Discover their four-decade legacy.
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.
Top Bollywood stars like Anil Kapoor, Suniel Shetty, and Shilpa Shetty dazzled at the grand launch of Swadesh, a new marketplace for Indian artisans. Discover the highlights of this glamorous event!
Nita Ambani hosted a special evening at Swadesh, Mumbai, celebrating India's artisans. She wore a heritage Banarasi saree and antique jewellery. Read more about this tribute to craftsmanship.
Explore living craft traditions at Pune's Miraas exhibition. Meet 33 national award-winning artisans like Ashutosh Verma & Sindhe Chandu, preserving Sanjhi, leather art & more till Dec 8. Witness heritage reimagined.
Over 100 Meghalaya artisans showcased crafts at the PM Vishwakarma Exhibition in Shillong, generating ₹5.5 lakh revenue. Discover how this scheme empowers local talent.
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai announces glazing unit in Jashpur to empower tribal artisans. This initiative will create jobs and preserve traditional crafts. Read more about this development.
Discover how Shivarapatna's stone carving craft survives against modern challenges. This thousand-year tradition links to Belur temple artisans. Read more about Karnataka's cultural heritage.
35 skilled artisans from Jammu & Kashmir will display traditional crafts at Delhi's International Trade Fair from November 14-27. Don't miss this cultural showcase!
Discover how leading Indian designers and brands are transforming traditional crafts into contemporary fashion while uplifting artisan communities across India.
The traditional potters of Ghatshila, Jharkhand, face extinction as their ancient craft struggles against modern challenges. Discover their plea for government intervention to save this cultural heritage.
Discover how Pune's Handmade Collective is revolutionizing India's craft scene by bridging traditional artisans with contemporary creators in vibrant marketplaces.
Uttar Pradesh's rural art and craft fairs witness remarkable success with ₹4.20 crore revenue, showcasing 28% growth and boosting local artisans' livelihoods across the state.
Government-led Mati Kala Fairs achieve unprecedented success with over ₹420 crore in transactions, empowering tribal artisans and transforming rural livelihoods across India.
Despite unprecedented demand, Kinnal artisans in Karnataka's Koppal district cannot fulfill orders as severe wood shortage threatens this ancient craft's survival. Discover the crisis facing India's cultural heritage.
Discover the fascinating world of Karnataka's velvet spinners - traditional artisans preserving ancient weaving techniques against modern challenges in this exclusive feature.
Discover how ancient stone carving traditions in Mahabalipuram are being preserved by modern artisans, blending spiritual artistry with contemporary relevance in today's India.
Italian luxury powerhouse Prada officially recognizes Kolhapuri chappal designs, partnering with Maharashtra artisans for global fashion integration. Discover how traditional Indian footwear gets international luxury treatment.
Discover how Gujarat's Rabari tribe transformed from desert herders to internationally acclaimed textile artists, preserving their 1000-year-old heritage through stunning embroidery.