The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s “Workshop of the World” revisits the 1876 Centennial Expo and shows how craft, design and industry reshaped American making. Craft, Industry and a City of Makers The Philadelphia Museum of Art is using its new exhibition, “Workshop of the World: Arts & Crafts in Philadelphia,” to tell a story that…
NABARD Rajasthan marked National Handloom Day by promoting technology, design, finance and market access to empower rural artisans and strengthen handloom livelihoods. Celebrating India’s Handloom Heritage The NABARD Rajasthan Regional Office celebrated the 12th National Handloom Day under the theme “Empowering Rural Artisans for a Viksit Bharat.” The programme focused on strengthening the handloom and…
Quadrivio Group’s Alessandro Binello explains how the firm backs niche brands, expands internationally, and uses AI to support future growth. Quadrivio Group has positioned itself as a distinctive private equity player by investing where lifestyle, technology and health care meet. In an interview published by WWD, cofounder and group CEO Alessandro Binello described how the…
Rahul Mishra, Masaba Gupta and Jayanti Reddy tell Pearl Academy students that craft, originality, business skills and AI fluency will define creative careers ahead.
Craft x Tech brings global designers to Japan’s artisans, reimagining traditional techniques through contemporary art, collaboration, and experimental design across regions. Craft x Tech has emerged as a distinctive platform that connects Japan’s artisanal heritage with contemporary art and design, creating collaborations that test the boundaries of both tradition and innovation. Founded by Hideki Yoshimoto…
The GI & Beyond 2.0 Summit connected Indian artisans, buyers and policymakers to expand global opportunities for GI-tagged handloom and handicraft products. A Strategic Platform for GI Products The Ministry of Textiles successfully hosted the GI & Beyond 2.0 Summit on 5 August 2026 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. The Office…
India and the UK have concluded the India-UK CETA, opening markets, boosting jobs, and deepening cooperation in trade, services, mobility, and emerging technologies for inclusive growth. A Landmark Trade Pact After Successful Conclusion The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has now been concluded, marking a major milestone in the economic partnership between New…
The J&K International Buyer‑Seller Meet 2026 concluded with strong buyer interest, new trade links for artisans, and targeted support for women SHGs and agro‑enterprises. Jammu and Kashmir’s efforts to rebuild export pathways for its artisans and agro‑producers reached a practical milestone as the two‑day Jammu & Kashmir International Buyer‑Seller Meet 2026 wrapped up at SKICC,…
Andhra Pradesh announced decisive steps to elevate its handloom and handicrafts sectors onto the global stage, with the state government confirming plans to open international showrooms for the Lepakshi brand and several support measures aimed at improving the livelihoods of weavers and artisans. International expansion for Lepakshi Minister for Handlooms and Textiles S. Savitha told…
In Panchgani, Devrai Art Village empowers tribal artisans to evolve Dhokra metalwork through shared authorship, innovation and sustainable contemporary design. A Sanctuary for Craft Amid the misty hills, red soil and dense greenery of Panchgani in Maharashtra, Devrai Art Village is creating a new future for India’s traditional metalwork. The collective brings tribal artisans and…
