Art & Culture

Celebration of “Know Your Weaves” campaign: 1st August to 14th August, 2024 at National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, New Delhi

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August 2, 2024

In July 2015, the Union Government declared August 7th as National Handloom Day to raise awareness about the significance of the handloom industry in the nation’s socioeconomic development. This date commemorates the Swadeshi Movement, initiated on August 7, 1905, at Calcutta Town Hall in response to the British Government’s partition of Bengal. The movement aimed…
Gandhi Shilpa Bazar Inaugurated at Urban Haat, Rajabari, Dimapur, Nagaland

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August 2, 2024

Dimapur, Nagaland – The much-anticipated Gandhi Shilpa Bazar was inaugurated today at the Urban Haat, Rajabari, Dimapur, Nagaland. This vibrant event was graced by H. K. Boro, the Regional Director of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicraft), alongside NHHDC Officials of Dimapur, Abdul Hamid, Deputy Manager of Assam Small Industries Development Corporation (ASIDC), Dr.…
Dalmia Bharat Foundation Inaugurates Cultural Stage in Chotolanglai, Assam

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July 11, 2024

Initiative to Enable Over 500 Beneficiaries for Nurturing Local Talents Assam: 11 July 2024: Dalmia Bharat Foundation (DBF), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), India’s leading cement company, has inaugurated a newly constructed cultural stage in a community playground at Arlong Engnar in Chotolanglai, Umrangso. This initiative is aimed at…
Regional Level Selection Committee Meeting for Handicrafts Awards 2023 Held in Varanasi

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July 2, 2024

What Makes This Event So Significant? The Central Regional Office, Office of the DC (Handicrafts), Lucknow, organized a crucial Regional Level Selection Committee Meeting for the Handicrafts Award-2023 on July 2, 2024, at DHS, Badlapur, Chandmari, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The event was aimed at recognizing exceptional contributions made by artisans in the handicraft sector. The…
Preserving India’s Craft Legacy: A Glimpse into Handicrafts and Recognition

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June 28, 2024

India, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, boasts a rich heritage of handicrafts that vary from region to region, each with its unique style and technique. Every province, district, and village in India has a cherished craft tradition. From the terracotta of Bankura and the intricate embroideries of West Bengal to the stone sculptures…
Shreya Ghoshal: “Music is not all fun and games; there’s a lot of hard work and sincerity involved”

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June 21, 2024

Shreya Ghoshal, renowned for her melodious voice and numerous hit songs, recently shared insights about the rigorous journey in the music industry. As a judge on “Indian Idol 14,” Shreya emphasized that behind the glamour, there’s immense effort and dedication involved in music. Reflecting on her own experience as an 11-year-old contestant on “Sa Re…
NEHHDC Announces “Tejaswini Assam Ideathon 2024” – Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

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June 20, 2024

Guwahati, Assam – June 20, 2024 – The North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation Ltd. (NEHHDC) is thrilled to announce the launch of the “Tejaswini Assam Ideathon 2024,” a groundbreaking business idea contest designed to support and empower enterprising women across Assam. This unique initiative provides a transformative platform for aspiring female entrepreneurs, fostering…
GI Tag Advocacy and Effective Packaging: A Synergistic Approach to Boosting Local Economies

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June 18, 2024

Geographical Indication (GI) tags have emerged as a powerful strategy to enhance the market value of region-specific products. A GI tag is a label used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation due to that origin. The first product in India to receive a GI tag was Darjeeling…
Workshop on SFURTI Cluster Products Marketing and Best Practices: A Success

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June 18, 2024

The National Council for Handloom & Handicraft Development (NCHHD), an apex body representing 30 State and Central Government Handicraft & Handloom Corporations, successfully organized a seminar/workshop titled “Roadmap for Marketing of SFURTI Cluster Products, Compliances & Best Practices” at MP Bhawan, Chanakyapuri. The event drew participation from a host of distinguished guests and experts, making…
Enhancing Artisan Support: Handicrafts Bhawan Review Meeting

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June 14, 2024

On June 14, 2024, a significant review meeting was held at the Handicrafts Bhawan, located on the 3rd Floor Conference Hall, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi. Organized by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts) under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, the meeting aimed to discuss strategies for popularizing Handicrafts…