Dhakai Muslin was only for museum exhibits. The tales of the fabric were as bizarre as those that reached mythical status. “A whole muslin saree can go through a single piece of finger ring,” was one ...

Government gives a leg-up for weavers in Andhra Pradesh. As per G.O. MS No. 44, it clears the provision of power free of cost for up to 200 units per months for handloom households and up to 500 units ...

A Shared Legacy”, opened at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity recently, offering an in-depth journey into Bengal’s textile heritage.

With deft hands and an indomitable spirit, he breathes life into the centuries-old craft of Jamdani weaving, turning fine threads into dreams draped in elegance. A journey etched in determination Roni ...

Tell us about the new Haldi collection. The Haldi collection is an evocative tribute to the essence of Indian heritage, seamlessly weaving tradition with contemporary elegance. Inspired by Haldi ...

Sat Mar 15, 2025 04:36 PM Last update on: Sat Mar 15, 2025 04:42 PM Beyond just being a fabric, Jamdani is a product of intricate craftsmanship and patience. Yet, this labour-intensive handwoven ...

The oral tradition of weaving songs extends beyond the looms ... “For the last 15 to 20 years, contemporary designers have been turning to Bengal for inspiration,” Darshan said, emphasising how ...

Moreover, Dhaka and its surrounding areas later developed the traditional art of "jamdani" weaving fortunately, which has been protected as a form of intangible cultural heritage in 2013 by UNESCO.

Located in Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, Venkatagiri is famous for handlooms, and its weavers have adopted the fine jamdani weaving technique while assimilating traditional designs of the region ...

In between parleys and visits outside her hotel, Hasina has been able to draw the attention of the Indian media, Indian top officials and the business community to her century-old traditional handloom ...