Unknotting Kashmir’s carpet woes: Hand-knotted Kashmiri silk carpets called Kal Baffi are making a subtle, yet striking, comebackKashmir's tourism is booming, and its hand-knotted silk carpets are reviving. These carpets, known as Kal Baffi, face challenges like US ta...
20 Apr, 2025, 12.07 AM IST
Kashmiri touch in Central Asian handiwork seen at World Crafts Council's programmeCentral Asian artists, visiting Srinagar for the World Crafts Council's 60th jubilee celebration, found common ground with Kashmiri artisan...
28 Nov, 2024, 07.29 AM IST
Best shawls for women: Timeless elegance and cosy comfort for every occasionElevate your style with the best shawls for women, featuring premium pure wool shawls, intricate Pashmina wool Kashmiri embroidery, and ver...
23 Nov, 2024, 08.50 PM IST
Gem Promotion Council to partner with locals to boost Kashmir sapphires' marketGJEPC has proposed comprehensive training programmes for aspiring students and Karigars at its institutes, aimed at nurturing local craftsm...
22 Jul, 2024, 12.58 PM IST
Craft Bazaar: G20 Summit to showcase India's rich handicraft and handloom heritageIndia is set to showcase its rich tradition and craftsmanship at the upcoming G20 summit. Artisans from Jaipur will teach visitors the art ...
09 Sep, 2023, 10.59 AM IST
No cottage industry, now modern craftThis is largely to do with the absence of brands. Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport's Terminal 2's modern 'yet' exquisite engine...
18 Aug, 2023, 11.30 PM IST
Members raise issue of rights of Kashmiri Pandits during debate on J&K budgetA debate on the J&K budget in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday turned into a slanging match between Congress and BJP on which party had done more...
23 Mar, 2022, 03.54 PM IST
View: Crafting an Online PresenceYounger organisations are now bringing these modern design-aided crafts to newer markets. But the older NGOs have to wake up to the potenti...
16 Jan, 2021, 07.57 AM IST
Communication blockade is breaking down Kashmir's crafts economy: Here's a ground reportThe continued communication blockade in Kashmir has left the state’s artisans in the lurch during the lucrative festival season. The revenu...
02 Nov, 2019, 11.30 PM IST
Local lolly! Bengaluru is scooping up India-flavoured artisanal ice-creamRising health consciousness is making citizens shift from factory-made to artisan gelatos.
29 May, 2018, 12.52 PM IST
Natural elements, local crafts: How home decor is set to change in 2018Add a personalised touch to your decor by re-purposing vintage items into artisanal art pieces.
26 Dec, 2017, 06.32 PM IST
From kalari to gur chenna, Bengaluru is saying 'cheese' the Indian wayHandcrafted and artisanal cheese has found its way into the city's foodscape in a big way.
09 Mar, 2017, 10.30 AM IST
Kashmiri artisans protest for enhanced credit facility12 Nov, 2015, 03.36 PM IST
Kashmiris stitch back their lives torn apart by floodsThe devastating floods that struck the valley just before winters have given Kashmiris little choice but to begin rehabilitation work immed...
18 Dec, 2014, 12.23 PM IST
Ahead of Union Budget, states should generate their own resources: Arun JaitleyJaitley said the economies of the states in the country depend on investments made by the investors, who, besides looking for profits, also...
03 Dec, 2014, 09.41 PM IST
- Republic Day to have first-ever Handicrafts Tableau this year
The first-time the "rich cultural heritage" of this sector employing seven million people across the country is being showcased at the pres...
24 Jan, 2012, 09.51 PM IST
- Pashmina shawls to be graded
With fake pashmina shawls flooding the markets, the Jammu and Kashmir government has decided to grade and affix a stamp of standard to the ...
02 Mar, 2009, 12.19 PM IST