A six-day celebration of craftsmanship, culture and commerce puts India’s master artisans at the heart of a global conversation New Delhi: In an age of mass production and machine-made products, there is something profoundly powerful about an object shaped by human hands. Every weave carries patience, every motif holds a memory, and every handcrafted creation…

The 7-day District Gandhi Shilp Bazaar (GSB) at Urban Haat, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, is creating a vibrant platform where Maharashtra’s rich craft traditions meet contemporary consumers, festive demand and new business opportunities. Organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, in collaboration with Maharashtra State Handloom Co-operative…

Women artisans and entrepreneurs from the North Eastern region are increasingly emerging as promising ambassadors of India’s rich handicraft heritage, transforming locally available natural resources and traditional community motifs into attractive, contemporary products with strong market potential. The Shilp Didi Exhibition 2026 at Dilli Haat, New Delhi, has provided a significant platform for these women…

India’s premium SUV market is witnessing an unusual price disruption, with a German luxury SUV reportedly available with discounts of up to ₹22 lakh. A vehicle that could command nearly ₹60 lakh on-road in some markets is suddenly being positioned within reach of buyers who may otherwise consider mainstream premium SUVs. The Volkswagen Tiguan has…

New Delhi: The Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, has organised Shilp Didi 2026, a dedicated handicrafts exhibition at Dilli Haat, INA Market, New Delhi, from 16 to 31 August 2026. The initiative aims to provide women artisans with a prominent marketing platform while promoting their economic empowerment and strengthening the market…