Weaving trouble
Kashmir's handmade pashmina shawls have long been threatened by power looms outside the state. The problem has now spread within
Crafted tales
Startups are connecting artisans to the urban consumer by providing them an online market to showcase their craft
Handloom threatened
Textile ministry proposes change in definition of handloom. Weavers fear it can ruin the tradition
Crazy for GI? Think again
The protection of Geographical Indication is not a guarantee that the artisan or producer will benefit; traders can corner the premium