KTR Slams Centre for Delaying Sircilla Power Loom Cluster
BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemns the Centre's decade-long delay in sanctioning a mega power loom cluster for Sircilla, calling it political vendetta against Telangana's weavers.
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Chennai Sangamam 2026: Folk Art Meets Fashion in Cultural Fest
Chennai Sangamam 2026 showcases Tamil Nadu's rural heritage and northeastern art forms through fashion shows and performances across 20 city locations.
Gaya Launches Single Window Cell for Industrial Growth
Gaya district administration holds first meeting of new single window cell to streamline industrial operations, address weavers' land demands, and improve infrastructure for entrepreneurs.
TMA Heritage Walk Aims to Support Balaramapuram Weavers
Trivandrum Management Association launches a heritage walk series, starting with Balaramapuram's handloom sector, to study weavers' challenges and propose support measures. Join the movement to preserve culture.
Karnataka Govt Considers Land Allotment to Backward Castes
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces a proposal to allot land to all backward castes. The plan includes benefits for weavers and a call for unity within the Devanga community. Read more.
J&K Carpet Industry Hit by Falling Exports, Counterfeits
Jammu & Kashmir's famed carpet industry is in crisis as exports plummet and counterfeit products flood the market. Learn about the challenges and the urgent call for government intervention.
Fabric of Music Festival Celebrates Bengal's Cultural Tapestry
The Fabric of Music festival in Kolkata explored the deep links between Bengal's textile heritage and musical traditions through workshops, a documentary, and a soulful sarod recital by Soumik Dutta. Discover the cultural revival.
Ponduru Khadi awarded Geographical Indication tag
Andhra Pradesh's Ponduru Khadi, admired by Mahatma Gandhi, finally receives a GI tag. This recognition promises protection, fair prices, and global respect for its traditional weavers. Discover the century-old craft's journey.
Rs 8.38 Cr Aid for 6,572 Odisha Handloom Weavers
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita reveals Rs 8.38 crore aid to 6,572 weavers in Cuttack & Bargarh. Details on training, Mudra loans, GI push & new PM Mitra parks.
Karisma Kapoor stuns in Bhagalpur handwoven linen zari dress
Karisma Kapoor dazzles on the red carpet in a black and silver EKA gown, championing handwoven linen zari from Bhagalpur weavers. See how she rewrote festive fashion.
National Handloom Expo 2025 Opens in Kanpur
UP Minister Rakesh Sachan inaugurated the National Handloom Expo-2025 in Kanpur. Featuring 80 stalls from 10 states, the fair supports weavers' livelihoods and runs until December 16. Visit to explore diverse handloom art.
New Textile & Tourism Centre Opens in Meghalaya's Nongpoh
Union Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated an Integrated Textile & Tourism Centre in Meghalaya, pledging new Weavers' Service Centres across the Northeast to boost the region's silk and handloom heritage.
Karnataka's Velvet Spinners: Guardians of Dying Art
Discover the fascinating world of Karnataka's velvet spinners - traditional artisans preserving ancient weaving techniques against modern challenges in this exclusive feature.
National Handloom Conference in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar gears up to host a landmark National Handloom Conference, bringing together weavers, policymakers, and industry leaders to celebrate India's rich textile heritage and craft sustainable futures.
GI Tag Benefits 100 Cachar Women Weavers
Cachar's traditional weaving heritage receives GI recognition, promising better livelihoods and market access for women artisans in Assam's cottage industry.
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