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After Prada pact, Piyush Goyal says Kolhapuri chappal exports can touch USD 1 bn/yrKolhapuri chappal exports could reach USD 1 billion yearly. Italian fashion house Prada signed an MoU to create Kolhapuri chappal-inspired ...11 Dec, 2025, 08.50 PM IST- After Kolhapuri Chappals, Prada’s Rs 69,000 safety pin sparks online outrage over ‘luxury minimalism’Prada's Rs 69,000 safety pin brooch has sparked online debate about luxury pricing and minimalism. This follows criticism earlier this year...07 Nov, 2025, 01.02 PM IST
- Kolhapuri chappals blend heritage and tech as govt pushes for authenticity with QR certificationKolhapuri chappals, a traditional Indian craft, are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, both domestically and internationally, especia...27 Jul, 2025, 10.05 AM IST
- Prada 'Kolhapuri sandals' scandal proves the power of India’s troll armyPrada faced online backlash for its sandals resembling India's Kolhapuri, sparking cultural appropriation accusations. This incident highli...24 Jul, 2025, 04.47 PM IST
- Prada denies Kolhapuri GI violation in Rs 500 crore legal rowPrada has refuted claims of infringing the Geographical Indication (GI) for Kolhapuri chappals by featuring similar sandals in its Spring/S...21 Jul, 2025, 01.11 PM IST
- Sole searching: Who represents Kolhapuri slippers? Turf war breaks outA dispute has erupted over who can represent the GI-tagged Kolhapuri slippers following Prada's interest. LIDKAR, backed by the Karnataka g...21 Jul, 2025, 01.10 PM IST
- Kolhapuri chappal row: Bombay HC dismisses PIL against Prada; questions petitioners' right to sueThe Bombay High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) against Prada for allegedly using Kolhapuri chappals without authori...16 Jul, 2025, 06.34 PM IST
- Technical experts from Prada visit Kolhapur, interact with artisansA Prada team visited Kolhapur after facing accusations of using local sandal designs. The team assessed footwear manufacturing and spoke wi...16 Jul, 2025, 01.04 PM IST
- Prada team to visit Maharashtra next week, may roll out Kolhapuri CollectionPrada will send experts to Maharashtra to work with local artisans. This follows concerns over Prada's Kolhapuri-like sandals at Milan Fash...12 Jul, 2025, 12.26 AM IST
- Why did Kareena Kapoor Khan choose ‘OG Kolhapuri’ sandals over luxury brand? Bebo’s subtle statement wins heartsKareena Kapoor Khan ignited online discussions by subtly criticizing a high-end fashion label's adaptation of Kolhapuri sandals. She proudl...07 Jul, 2025, 03.09 PM IST
- ‘Every child knows Gucci, but not Himroo, Sambalpuri or Narayanpet’: Radhika Gupta reacts sharply to Prada’s Kolhapuri sandals rowPrada's new sandals sparked controversy. The design closely resembled Indian Kolhapuri chappals. Radhika Gupta, Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO, ...03 Jul, 2025, 06.22 PM IST
- Prada and Maharashtra body plan talks on Kolhapuri sandalsPrada and Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce will meet to discuss collaboration. The discussion is about a Kolhapuri chappal-inspired sandal l...03 Jul, 2025, 12.32 PM IST
- Prada looks to put the best (Kolhapuri) foot forward, signals artisan tie-up for sandals amid IP concernsPrada faces backlash in India for sandals resembling Kolhapuri chappals. The luxury house acknowledged the inspiration and expressed intent...02 Jul, 2025, 07.03 PM IST
- Kolhapuri goes to Milan: From Rs 150 streets to Rs 1 lakh runway sandalsKolhapuri chappals gain global attention after Prada showcases similar designs. This raises questions about respecting the craft's heritage...02 Jul, 2025, 07.02 PM IST
- Prada Kolhapuri 'sandal scandal' sparks bright business idea in India; local brands race to tap heritage pride for sales boostIndian artisans are seeing a surge in Kolhapuri sandal sales after Prada's design sparked controversy. The incident has ignited nationalist...02 Jul, 2025, 07.02 PM IST
- Prada in soup after lifting Kolhapuri chappal designs, forced to credit India after huge backlashPrada's Spring Summer 2026 menswear collection, featuring sandals inspired by Kolhapuri chappals, has sparked controversy in India, ignitin...28 Jun, 2025, 08.58 AM IST
- Rs 1.2 lakh for Kolhapuri chappals! Prada slammed for 'cultural theft', netizens say 'stop stealing our art'Prada's recent showcase in Milan featured sandals strikingly similar to traditional Kolhapuri chappals, priced at ₹1.2 lakh. The luxury bra...25 Jun, 2025, 07.06 PM IST
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