Art & Culture

The BRICS Bazaar 2026 at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, New Delhi, became a remarkable meeting point of heritage, craftsmanship and international friendship, offering visitors a vivid glimpse into the richness of India’s living handicraft traditions. Among the many memorable moments of the event was the special interaction between Zahra Pezeshkian, daughter of…

The geopolitical landscape of West Asia is entering a new phase as China openly challenges the United States’ policy of unilateral sanctions and “maximum pressure” against Iran. Beijing argues that sanctions have failed to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue and instead risk deepening instability in an already fragile region. The dispute reflects a broader transformation…

New Delhi, September 2, 2026: The Northern Regional Office of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, organised a Seminar of Empanelled Designers at Rajiv Gandhi Handicrafts Bhawan, New Delhi, to identify field-level challenges faced by artisans and explore innovative, design-led models for enhancing the income of cluster-level artisans.…

A 15-day national festival brings artisans, producer companies, buyers and craft enthusiasts together to turn traditional skills into sustainable business opportunities NEW DELHI: The Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, is set to organise ‘Sharad Shilpotsav 2.0’ at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi, from 1 to 15 September 2026.…

A unique exhibition at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy brings India’s ancient craft vocabulary into dialogue with contemporary artistic expression India’s crafts are far more than objects of beauty. They are repositories of memory, identity and collective imagination—each woven thread, carved surface, painted motif and handcrafted form carrying traces of the community, region…

New Delhi: The spirit of India’s rich cultural diversity came alive during the Onam celebrations at The Kunj, where Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, and Ms. Amrit Raj, Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), joined artisans and stakeholders in celebrating Kerala’s vibrant festive traditions. The visit provided an opportunity to experience the deep connection between…

The Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, is implementing flagship schemes such as MSS, AHVY (Cluster Development Scheme), SDHS, Welfare/Direct Benefit Scheme and Research & Development Scheme for the overall development and welfare of artisans across the country. Before implementing these programmes, the field offices undertake detailed exercises to…

From the mud walls of Maharashtra’s tribal homes to contemporary interiors, Warli art continues to preserve an ancient worldview through an extraordinary language of geometry and symbolism. In a world increasingly dominated by digital design, artificial intelligence and rapidly changing artistic trends, Warli painting remains a striking reminder that great art does not always require…

Bhopal, August 22, 2026: A significant seminar for Master Cluster Artisans (MCPs) was organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Western Regional Office, Mumbai, under the jurisdiction of Handicrafts Service Centre (HSC), Bhopal, with a strong focus on empowering master craftspersons, resolving implementation challenges and creating new avenues for sustainable growth of India’s…

The Odisha Parab was inaugurated today in Varanasi by Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, in the presence of the Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha and other senior officials. The three-day celebration will continue from 22nd to 24th August 2026, bringing together the rich cultural traditions and exquisite handicraft…