Jharkhand: Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, bamboo craft get GI tagJharkhand's traditional crafts have achieved a significant milestone for the artisans and weavers of Jharkhand. Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk,...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Textiles minister Giriraj Singh targets ₹33 lakh crore textile market by FY31India's textile market is set to double to ₹33 lakh crore by 2030-31. This growth will create nearly 2 crore new jobs. The government is al...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
Targeting to increase India's textile market size to Rs 33 lakh crore by FY2031: Giriraj SinghIndia aims to significantly boost its textile market to Rs 33 lakh crore by 2030-31. The government is focused on enhancing the income of h...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
China Inc deploys 'quiet' layoffs as Beijing promotes AI adoptionChinese companies are quietly implementing AI-driven layoffs and reducing graduate hiring to boost productivity, while carefully avoiding g...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
To Russia, with love: Indian contemporary art arrives at the Hermitage that houses masterpieces by Rembrandt and RaphaelThe State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg is thrilled to unveil 'Sediments of Becoming', an exhibition that introduces the dynamic lands...
07 Jun, 2026, 09.27 AM IST
Why the help of women MPs is neces-saree: Parliament could give many languishing 6-yard weaves a fillipParliament stands as a beacon of India's saree heritage, reflecting a tapestry of traditions. Women MPs are stepping to the forefront, revi...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
From Mizo ginger to Nagaland's coffee, here's how govt plans to make Northeast as 'Ashtalakshmi' for worldUnion Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched several flagship missions across Northeast states, including Mizoram Ginger, Naga Coffee, Arun...
04 Jun, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Indian proverb of the day by Kabir: 'Keep your critics close; they help cleanse your character without soap or water...' The mystic poet gives a centuries-old lesson about personal growthThe Indian Proverb of the Day by Kabir, “Keep your critics close; they help cleanse your character without soap or water,” highlights the i...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
Assam's Muga silk gets Rs 411 cr boost with Mission Senehjori; set to empower 2.5 lakh weaversA significant Rs 411-crore project, Mission Muga Silk ‘Senehjori’, has been launched to boost Assam's Muga Silk industry. This initiative a...
02 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
PM Modi pays tribute to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her birth anniversary, recalls her contribution to nation-buildingIn a post on X, the Prime Minister offered his salutations to Ahilyabai Holkar and remembered her for her intelligence, compassion, and unw...
31 May, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
India must push solar, grid reforms to navigate oil price rise: Ex-NITI Aayog member Arvind Virmanisuggested navigating this crisis by adopting a two-pronged strategy by implementing a gradual pass-through of rising oil and gas prices in ...
17 May, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Why the saree needs revival, not constant reimaginationAs a timeless representation of Indian culture, the saree is calling for a renaissance. Despite its survival through the ages, there's a si...
16 May, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Avatar Fire and Ash OTT release in India: When and where to watch James Cameron's epic blockbuster movie in HindiAvatar: Fire and Ash, following its extensive theatrical run, is set for digital release in India. The film, which grossed nearly $1.49 bil...
14 May, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM: Here's what TVK promised ahead of Assembly pollsTamil actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has taken charge as Tamil Nadu's new government. Vijay is now the Chief Minister. The ...
10 May, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
Fintech funding holds at $513 million in Q1 2026, even as deal count collapses 54%: ReportIndia's fintech sector saw $513 million in funding in the first quarter of 2026. Capital is now going to fewer companies, with larger inves...
02 May, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
Trump’s art of the deal collides with Iran’s patient diplomacyFresh US–Iran talks to end a two-month conflict face deep mistrust, hardened positions and starkly different negotiating styles, raising do...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Weaver Services raises Rs 1,450 crore in rounds led by Premji Invest and LightspeedWeaver Services has secured Rs 1,450 crore in a two-tranche capital raise, the largest in India's affordable housing finance segment recent...
18 Mar, 2026, 03.32 PM IST