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Why Prada has a devil of a dilemma, but so does IndiaPrada Kolhapuri controversy: The latest collection from high-fashion label Prada has ignited a firestorm in India again. This comes a year ...- India–New Zealand sign 'once-in-a-generation' FTAIndia and New Zealand signed a “once-in-a-generation” free trade agreement on Monday that gives New Delhi duty-free access to 100% of tarif...
- 'Committed to negotiating broader US-India BTA': FM Nirmala Sitharaman hails trade dealIndia-US trade deal: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman welcomed the India-US interim trade deal and reaffirmed commitment to strong...
- 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 ...
- AKINNA debuts at Milan Fashion Week, putting Indian luxury handbags on the global mapIndian luxury handbag brand AKINNA, founded by Annika Saraf and Sanchit Goyal, marked its global presence at Milan Fashion Week 2025, showc...
- How small businesses in West Bengal are merging heritage with high-tech to craft growth storiesKolkata, a city known for its stronghold in trade and manufacturing, is steadily embracing the integration of heritage and technology
- Govt should flag EUDR as non-tariff barrier at WTO: Parliamentary panel to govtA parliamentary panel suggests India raise concerns about the EU's anti-deforestation rules at the WTO. They want a review of free trade ag...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- 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...
- Footwear brand Attitudist aims Rs 100 crore annual sales by 2025Attitudist does not own manufacturing set-up but has partnered over 100 local artisans and craftsmen in and around Agra to make vegan leath...
- 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...
- Amazon inks MoU with UP govt to boost MSME entrepreneursAmazon India through its Kala Haat programme will help traditional industries, synonymous with respective districts of the state, leverage ...
- Cost of saving cow: Industry bleeds, farmers sufferBetween April and August 2015, the industry exported $2,654 million worth of goods, 8% lower than exports for the same period in 2014.
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