News for 'National Institute of Fashion Designing'

Study fashion designing at NIFT

Study fashion designing at NIFT

Rediff.com23 Nov 2006

The National Institute of Fashion Technology invites applications for its various undergraduate and post-graduate programmes.

Ravleen Varghese Makes Victoria's Secret Debut

Ravleen Varghese Makes Victoria's Secret Debut

Rediff.com2 days ago

The model from Kodumon, Kerala, walked the Victoria's Secret runway twice, sharing the stage with supermodels Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Irina Shayk and Alessandra Ambrosio.

Priya Patil: The MensWear Designer Who Debuted At Paris Fashion Week

Priya Patil: The MensWear Designer Who Debuted At Paris Fashion Week

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Mumbai-based menswear designer Priya Patil who recently showcased at Paris Fashion Week 2026, talks about her inspiration to design and transform menswear fashion in India.

Major Financial Institutions Expand Reach And Offerings

Major Financial Institutions Expand Reach And Offerings

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Axis Bank has opened 50 new branches across India, while Abakkus Mutual Fund has surpassed Rs 10,000 crore in AUM. YES Bank launched a new credit card for women, and J&K Bank partnered with HDFC Life to enhance its insurance offerings, showcasing significant growth and strategic developments in the Indian financial sector.

A bullied child turned fashion designer

A bullied child turned fashion designer

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

'Fashion will be more clean, minimal, utility-oriented.'

Why Do We Need Permission to Protest Against the Government?

Why Do We Need Permission to Protest Against the Government?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Before protesting against the State, the citizen should not have to ask: Sir, may I protest, please?, asserts Prem Panicker.

Indian Athletes To Wear Sustainable Jute-Viscose Apparel At Commonwealth Games 2026

Indian Athletes To Wear Sustainable Jute-Viscose Apparel At Commonwealth Games 2026

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

The National Jute Board has developed a jute-viscose blended apparel for Indian athletes participating in the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, marking the first time jute-based attire will be featured at an international multi-sport event, promoting sustainable textiles and India's jute industry.

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'Women weavers are hardworking, open to learning, resilient.' 'They finish their cooking, housework, puja, then they come to weave.' 'They care about design. They care about beauty.'

Priyanka Nag: How I Won The Best Designer Award

Priyanka Nag: How I Won The Best Designer Award

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

'The jury panel said that my collection should not be limited to a college fashion show; it had much more potential. They encouraged me to sign up for the annual National Designer Awards organised by the World Designing Forum.'

Want to study fashion at NIFT?

Want to study fashion at NIFT?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The National Institute of Fashion Technology is inviting applications for all its academic programmes.

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has expressed caution regarding 'extreme volatility' risks stemming from the West Asian conflict, which could impact global oil demand and the company's margins, while also noting that near-term retail consumption demand may remain sensitive to macro conditions. Chairman Mukesh Ambani, in the annual report, remained silent on the timeline for Jio Platforms' anticipated public listing, stating the group will 'continue to evaluate strategic pathways'.

Why The London Fashion Week Was Talking About India

Why The London Fashion Week Was Talking About India

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

This year's London Fashion Week -- LFW has been dazzling fashion lovers for 40 years now -- proved how India is shining on the global fashion stage, says Rediff.com's Shristi Sahoo.

Video: Designer Rimi Nayak's 'Work in Progress'

Video: Designer Rimi Nayak's 'Work in Progress'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Kolkata-based fashion designer Rimi Nayak shares this video with us as she prepares for the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week

The Valley Boy Who Changed Indian Fashion

The Valley Boy Who Changed Indian Fashion

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

As he took the bow at the end of the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI show, many in the crowd cheered for him with an inkling that the magic and the beauty they just witnessed on the ramp was perhaps for the last time. But no one in the fashion fraternity thought that Bal would pass away so soon.

Meet Ritu Beri, India's first designer to head a French label

Meet Ritu Beri, India's first designer to head a French label

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Her love for taking risks and following her heart always helped Ritu Beri achieve success. The international fashion designer shares the inspiration behind her career decisions.

Why Rekha, Karisma Looked So Gorgeous In Zubeidaa

Why Rekha, Karisma Looked So Gorgeous In Zubeidaa

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'What if a ring had gotten stolen, or a gem had fallen? There were uncut diamonds, rubies and emeralds. And the security from the jewellery shop came to watch the shoot.'

Study design in fashion space at NIFT

Study design in fashion space at NIFT

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

The National Institute of Fashion Technology invites applications for admission to its Post-graduate Programme in Design in Fashion Space.

The Gulf War: What's Pakistan Up To?

The Gulf War: What's Pakistan Up To?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey met in Islamabad in what analysts say is the formal opening of a new diplomatic formation that could reshape the post-war regional order. Their immediate goal is a ceasefire; their larger ambition is to ensure that neither Iran nor Israel emerges from this war in a dominant position. Pakistan's foreign minister then flew directly to Beijing and mooted a Chinese role as guarantor of any eventual agreement. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

Why Khadi Should Be Part Of Gen Z's Wardrobe

Why Khadi Should Be Part Of Gen Z's Wardrobe

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'Khadi is versatile, breathable and timeless. What's missing is consistent innovation and branding. 'If khadi is positioned as both cool and conscious, it can easily sit between denim's everyday appeal and today's comfort-driven trends,' says Designer Swatti Kapoor.

Fashion Forward: India's GenNext is here!

Fashion Forward: India's GenNext is here!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Meet the GenNext designers who showcased their collection at Lakme Fashion Week.

What Are Dravid, Sanga Showing Us?

What Are Dravid, Sanga Showing Us?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Designed by talented students at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Jodhpur, the design of the jersey draws inspiration from the intricate motifs found inside the Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower) at Chittorgarh.

Gadkari ropes in top designers to give khadi a makeover

Gadkari ropes in top designers to give khadi a makeover

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Sources said the designers present in the meeting will submit their individual proposals shortly to the MSME ministry entailing suggestions to set up design centres.

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Why Budget 2026 Deserves 8.5/10

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

This is the first Budget in my memory of Budgets over the last half a century which has embraced upfront, enthusiastically and emphatically, technology, modernity and fiscal sobriety, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Iran Plays Hardball With India's Hormuz Requests

Iran Plays Hardball With India's Hormuz Requests

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

'I suspect that Bangladesh being given permission stuck in India's official craw, and this story was an attempt to balance the scales by giving the impression that a similar waiver had been given to India as well.'

Have You Seen These Cool Work Desks?

Have You Seen These Cool Work Desks?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Check out these cute and quirky work desk photographs!

Off-ramp at the LFW: The sailor girl look!

Off-ramp at the LFW: The sailor girl look!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

Fashion student from NIFT, Nijhum Patra, tells us how she pulled off the sailor girl look at the LFW.

'I've never found the need to be gay'

'I've never found the need to be gay'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2010

Fashion designer Narendra Kumar speaks with rediff users about styling, careers in fashion and also dispels myths about the fashion industry.

'I design from experiences'

'I design from experiences'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

'The field of design is an overcrowded place.' 'And over time I have learnt the only way for me to connect with my own work is that if it comes from a place of honesty.'

'Powerful Individuals Escape Accountability In This Country'

'Powerful Individuals Escape Accountability In This Country'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

'Judges have transmitted a terrible message to citizens across the nation. All right-thinking individuals will be disturbed by what the Delhi high court judges have done.'

Gorge Soros, Hillary Clinton get Medal of Freedom from Biden

Gorge Soros, Hillary Clinton get Medal of Freedom from Biden

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Soros, 94, in the recent past has spoken openly against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ruling BJP believe that he tried to interfere in Indian elections.

'If Entrepreneurship Is A Marathon, Then...'

'If Entrepreneurship Is A Marathon, Then...'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'...then preparing oneself for the long haul is also essential.' 'Identifying and holding onto values gives you strength to withstand the difficulties enroute.' 'Taking care of your physical, mental, and intellectual well-being gives you the strength to stay the path.'

Premier institutes encourage social work

Premier institutes encourage social work

Rediff.com28 May 2008

Institutes are encouraging students to work hands-on with the underprivileged of society.

Now, learn fashion at school!

Now, learn fashion at school!

Rediff.com3 May 2005

NIFT announces August 2008 admissions

NIFT announces August 2008 admissions

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

NIFT offers Bachelor's and Master's degree in design. Admissions for August 2008 semestre are now open.

Interested in fashion management?

Interested in fashion management?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2006

The National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai, invites applications for its \nVisual Merchandising, Entrepreneurship Management Fashion Industry and Fashion Retail Management programmes.

Interested in a career in fashion?

Interested in a career in fashion?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2004

The National Institute of Fashion Technology invites applications for its CE / Part-Time Certificate Programmes.

No buyers on day two of fashion week

No buyers on day two of fashion week

Rediff.com6 Apr 2006

Buyers, viewers and the media too appeared biased towards big names.

'Fashion could return to its basic beauty'

'Fashion could return to its basic beauty'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

'In the process, I hope that our Earth will be able to heal some more.'

Bihar to Bollywood, this Friday

Bihar to Bollywood, this Friday

Rediff.com8 Oct 2010

Actress Neha Sharma gets ready for her first Hindi film, Crook: It's Good To Be Bad.

Exciting new designers you want to check out!

Exciting new designers you want to check out!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Creative and confident, these emerging fashion designers are the future of Indian fashion.