The interest it has generated among designers who are helping create new styles and uses for the product is likely to leave a lasting imprint on the future of khadi.
With the rapid evolution of channels like quick-commerce and the emergence of ONDC, the Indian retail industry is 'cautiously optimistic' for 2025, in which new-age technologies such as AI and automation will play a crucial role, driving efficiency and personalisation.
The Greatest Of All Time's Meenaakshi Chaudhary is proof that a little class goes a long way.
'Her story, her life, her aspirations and struggles...' 'Indian weddings are not just about fuschia, pink and dancing. They have many nuances.'
Three designers put the spotlight on weaves from India's favourite north eastern state.
The Loveyatri actress demonstrated how to look stylish without harming Mother Earth.
Reliance Industries Ltd, India's most valuable company, is back on a growth path after six months of challenges as it posted better than expected earnings in the December quarter, brokerages said.
These two lovely girls have one thing in common, discovers Anita Aikara/Rediff.com.
The actor raised funds to clothe the needy.
Sally Holkar left America and made India her home nearly 60 years ago. She went on a mission to revive a dying craft and changed the lives of rural weavers.
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is unlikely to cut the benchmark interest rate at its upcoming monetary policy review meeting, taking place soon after the announcement of the Lok Sabha election results, amid inflation challenges, said experts. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) may also refrain from rate cut as economic growth is picking up, notwithstanding the elevated interest rate of 6.5 per cent (repo) prevailing since February 2023. The meeting of the Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das headed MPC is scheduled for June 5 to 7.
Mahatma Gandhi showed India how to fight for Independence using khadi. Today khadi and handloom have become one of the many incredible faces India shows the world.
'While investors need to be prepared for making some losses, they should not lose big money chasing euphoria amid fear of missing out.'
Suddenly, the legendary advertising line -- a diamond is forever -- is losing its shine.
Bhaichung said he is proud to represent Sikkim at the 13th edition of Sustainable Fashion Day.
The US is currently Earth's most powerful country and a certain latitude of understanding -- a world view -- is popularly expected from its leadership. From a country identified with freedom, constitution, debate, democracy and the likes of Abraham Lincoln even as it had the most powerful military around, the US, following Trump's actions, seemed repositioned as militarily powerful with other qualities secondary, observes Shyam G Menon.
They took whopping fashion risks and were greatly rewarded.
Ram Charan's wife Upasana may not be a hotshot celeb, but she knows her way around fashion.
The Supreme Court of India expressed deep concern over the rising drug abuse problem in the country, highlighting the impact on youth and the need for urgent intervention. The court emphasized the need for rehabilitation rather than demonization of drug users and called for open discussions to address the issue. The judgment came while granting bail to a man accused in a heroin smuggling case. The court cited a 2019 report that indicated a significant number of people in India use opioids, cannabis, and other substances, with alarming trends in opioid dependence.
Leasing of retail space in shopping malls and prominent high streets dropped 1 per cent to 1.63 million square feet during July-September across top eight cities, according to Cushman & Wakefield. The leasing stood at 1.63 million square feet in the year-ago period. Real estate consultant Cushman & Wakefield on Thursday released its Q3-2024 'Retail MarketBeat' report, which highlighted a sustained momentum across India's main streets, leading retail growth across the top 8 cities.
The recent stimulus measures announced by China have seen most analysts sit up and take notice.
Style trends from the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Mexico 2022.
Styles spotted at the Aquarium Runway Show at Melbourne Fashion Week.
The prime minister was seen wearing a light blue "sadri" jacket as he sat in the Rajya Sabha in the morning.
This season promises to be special for many reasons.
It's sustainable fashion we are talking about.
Indigene and Sayantan Sarkar's Lakme Fashion Week collections promise to keep us warm in style.
The actor got real about fashion and sustainability.
Putting sustainable fashion under the spotlight.
Another trend: A preference for coloured diamonds among brides, who are pairing them with their groom's birthstone. So, along with yellow or white diamonds, they are choosing pink, green, blue sapphires, emeralds or red rubies.
The Kardashians serve as a blueprint for The Tribe's own journey, observes Shristi Sahoo.
Wang Li-Ling's fashion show had outfits that were recycled from waste.
Kangana Ranaut, who went all out to embrace sustainable fashion on the ramp, has a simple message for you.
Soham Acharya presented his nature-inspired fashion collection at the ongoing FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week.
Students of Pearl Academy presented their collection, First Cut, at the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai.
Let designer Shruti Sancheti guide on how to beat the heat.
Designers like Rocky S and Sidharth Sinha put India on the fashion map with their collections at the fashion week.
The action was not just on the runway.
'You can choose who you would like as your showstopper.' 'You have the freedom to create your own background -- sun, moon and the stars, which may sometimes not be possible in a physical show.'
The secret behind designer Payal Singhal's stunning designs.
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