Does a high price mean genuine handloom? Check out this comprehensive guide, from authentication markers to myths.

The cloth that embarrassed an empire In 1921, Gandhi asked Indians to burn imported British mill cloth in public bonfires.

India’s handloom heritage is a vibrant mix of skill, tradition, and artistry woven through centuries. Every region has its own textile identity, shaped by local materials, climate, and culture. From ...

The handloom sector every year employs 3.5 million people in India directly or indirectly and is regarded as an iconic symbol of India’s diversity and culture. (Image Credits: iStock) The soft touch ...

“NAAD – The Sound of the Looms” – a retrospective handloom couture showcase by Vaishali Shadangule Photo: Gulshan Sacheva - (Vidhi Images) Known for her cording techniques across the world, Vaishali ...

On August 7, Millennials and Gen Z are mastering the art of identifying authentic textiles with this guide to spotting true handloom in the age of reproductions Each year, on August 7, we all pay ...

Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has launched Handloom Hackathon 2026 – “Weaving Innovation”, a national innovation challenge ...

This August, Kolkata witnessed a three-day event celebrating handloom, organised by Sutra Textile Studies. Held at ICCR, the event collaborated with several weavers and artisans from West Bengal, who ...

The Department of Handloom and Textiles has proposed to modernise Lepakshi sales centres across the State to effectively showcase the essence of traditional handicrafts. Chairing a review meeting on ...

On National Handloom Day 2025, we honour the skilled hands behind India’s rich weaving legacy — from Rajasthan to the Northeast, every thread tells a story. Image Source : Pexels New Delhi: India's ...

Agartala, July 14 (UNI)The minister of handloom, handicraft, and tribal welfare in Tripura, Bikas Debbarma, on Tuesday met the union minister for textiles, Giriraj Singh, in New Delhi and discussed ...