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Prada announces launch of limited-edition sandals inspired by Kolhapuri chappalsPrada has launched a limited-edition footwear collection made in India and inspired by Kolhapuri chappals, nearly a year after facing alleg...
Prada seeks to mend ties with $881 'Made in India' sandalsPrada is launching a limited-edition line of Indian-made sandals inspired by traditional Kolhapuri chappals, priced at around 750 euros, af...
Prada to roll out $930 ‘Made in India’ sandals crafted with desi artisans after backlashPrada is launching a limited-edition sandal collection in India, inspired by traditional Kolhapuri chappals, to be sold for around 800 euro...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
Bombay HC junks PIL against Prada on Kolhapuri sandalsThe Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL against Prada concerning the alleged copying of the Kolhapuri Chappal design, citing that the produce...
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...
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...
Prada sandal scandal: Why India’s artisans keep getting left behindPrada's recent 'toe ring sandals' sparked controversy, drawing comparisons to traditional Kolhapuri chappals. While Prada acknowledged the ...
Kolhapuri chappals: Priyank Kharge calls for skilling, market access for artisansPrada's Kholapuri chappals spark debate. Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge emphasizes GI tag importance. He also highlights the need for cu...
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...
Small businesses to launch over 2,400 products for Prime Day'21: Amazon India"...over 100 SMBs including startups and brands, women entrepreneurs, artisans and weavers are launching more than 2,400 new products acros...
American Express announces Rs 1 crore grant to Dastkar to support women artisansDastkar Chairperson and Founder member Laila Tyabji said, locked out of earnings and employment, these craftswomen require assistance - bot...
FDDI to train artisans making Kolhapuri chappals, connect them with buyers to boost salesThe Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), which comes under the commerce ministry, has taken up a task to upskill artisans enga...
Myntra collaborates with Indian textile artisans for its private apparel segmentThe fashion etailer has also collaborated with NGO’s such as Industree Bangalore, a women empowerment organization in Karnataka
Kolhapuris, the famous leather chappal, get Geographical Indication tagThe GI tag will open large markets – both domestic and international – to the artisans producing Kolhapuris.
Fading footprint of Maharashtra's Kolhapuri chappalsThe bulk of the leather used for the slippers comes from tanneries in Chennai, a dependence compounded by the closure of local tanneries.
56 countries to participate in int textile fair VASTRAOver 300 overseas buyers from 56 countries would participate in the international textile and apparel fair 'VASTRA' to be held here from Se...