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Frontier Raas opens new store in Ahmedabad, Kangana Ranaut attends inauguration as Chief Guest
Indian ethnic and occasionwear brand Frontier Raas inaugurated its new store in Ahmedabad on November 1, 2026, marking another step in its retail expansion. Actor Kangana Ranaut attended the inauguration as the chief guest, alongside prominent business personalities, leading families and members of the city's fashion and cultural communities.
PM Modi reviews projects worth over Rs 16,000 crore across 31 States, UTs at 54th PRAGATI meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 54th PRAGATI meeting to evaluate infrastructure projects worth over Rs 16,000 crore. The meeting focused on enhancing railway station redevelopment and boosting local pharmaceutical manufacturing. PM Modi emphasized the importance of timely execution of projects and inter-agency coordination. He also highlighted the need for supporting local artisans through Ekta Malls and maintaining close monitoring on these initiatives.
Where is Delhi’s 70-year-old Vinayaka temple where PM Modi sought Lord Ganesha’s blessings after completing 25 years in office?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Delhi's Sree Vinayaka Mandir in Sarojini Nagar on October 7, 2026, seeking Lord Ganesha's blessings as he completed 25 years as the head of a government. The temple, located on Sree Vinayaka Mandir Marg in AB Block, Sarojini Nagar, was established to serve Delhi's South Indian community and its main Vinayaka idol was consecrated in 1961.
Rs 8.3 lakh Fendi bag resembling 'Rs 500' Indian market designs: Why the luxury brand did not 'credit' Indian artisans, ask Harsh Goenka, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Fendi’s Rs 8.3 lakh multicolour bag, featuring 39,500 beads and 475 mirrors, has sparked an online debate over its resemblance to traditional Indian mirror-and-bead designs. Harsh Goenka and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw have questioned the lack of recognition for Indian craftsmanship, while social media users remain divided over cultural appropriation, pricing and the role of Indian artisans.
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more representative global order. The document outlines India's 2026 chairship priorities, recognises partner countries' contributions and calls for greater participation of Emerging Markets, Developing Countries and Least Developed Countries in global governance.
Entire lab-grown diamond ecosystem must remain firmly in Indian hands: Amit Shah at Mumbai event
Union Home Minister Amit Shah called upon the gems and jewellery industry to take charge of the lab-grown diamond landscape. Stressing the importance of meeting the surging demand in the diamond market, he shared that the government is crafting policies aimed at bolstering domestic production and securing India's place on the global stage. The industry's commitment to philanthropic ventures further underscores its value to society.
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Banking sector has key role to play as India on way to become 3rd largest economy: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel highlighted the banking sector's crucial role in India's economic advancement. He urged banks to provide timely credit access to MSMEs and rural beneficiaries. The Chief Minister also stressed technology's importance for supporting entrepreneurs and startups. State Chief Secretary M K Das emphasized government and banking sector coordination for development. Vigilance against cyber fraud and expanding branch networks were also discussed.
Jagdish Panchal takes charge as Gujarat BJP president; CM Bhupendra Patel, Union Ministers attend ceremony.
Senior BJP leader Jagdish Panchal took charge as the Gujarat BJP state president in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Ministers. Simultaneously, Surat is set to host a state-of-the-art PM Ekta Mall with a Rs 202 crore investment, promoting 'Vocal for Local' and indigenous products under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission.
Rural artisans being trained in kite making ahead of Uttarayan in Gujarat
With the Uttarayan festival approaching, Gujarat has launched a ₹23 lakh initiative to train 444 artisans in kite-making, promoting self-employment. Training sessions focus on market opportunities and are currently held across multiple districts. The International Kite Festival will feature participants from 47 countries and several Indian states, highlighting the strong demand for kites domestically and internationally.
Gujarat unveils new cottage and rural industries policy; eyes 12 lakh jobs in 5 years
Gujarat's new cottage and rural industries policy promises a jobs boost, aiming to create 12 lakh opportunities over five years. The policy offers increased loans up to Rs 25 lakh, and subsidies up to Rs 3.75 lakh, for artisans and entrepreneurs.
Amazon India signs pact with Gujarat Govt, EDII to boost state's exports
Gujarat Minister for MSMEs, Cottage, Khadi and Rural Industries Balwantsinh Rajput said: "One of our key priorities has been to boost exports from Gujarat and through this partnership with Amazon, we aim to empower lakhs of MSMEs in Gujarat to embrace e-commerce exports."
From face masks to designer clothes, startup turns hemp into prized ingredient
Founders of the startup Himalayan Hemp, said they were using hemp plants to produce sanitary pad, apparels (shirts, T-shirts and designer wear), bags and shoes, besides protein powder, anti-aging and edible oils, and other cosmetic products.
'Hunar Haat' playing key role in making 'Vocal for Local' campaign a mass movement: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
The number of visitors is likely to go over 16 lakh in the next two days. The 'Hunar Haat' will be concluding on March 1, 2021.
Centre focused on promoting rural industries, aims to take annual turnover to Rs 5 lakh crore: Rajnath
Artisans and craftsmen from states such as Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, are participating in 'Hunar Haat' to display and sell their products.
'Hunar Haat' has given employment opportunities to over 5 lakh artisans in 5 years: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
He said the "Hunar Haat" initiative has proved to be immensely beneficial and encouraging for artisans and craftsmen as lakhs of people purchase their indigenous handmade products at the event.
American Express announces Rs 1 crore grant to Dastkar to support women artisans
Dastkar Chairperson and Founder member Laila Tyabji said, locked out of earnings and employment, these craftswomen require assistance - both financial and marketing. The corporate sector has a crucial role to play here.
Walmart-owned Flipkart supports 6 lakh artisans in India through Samarth programme
The Samarth programme was launched last year, wherein the e-commerce major had partnered with five non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to help artisans use the online marketplace to sell their products.
Minority Affairs Ministry to establish 'Hunar Hubs' in every state: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
The ministry has sanctioned 100 'Hunar Hubs" or skill centres in different parts of the country in the first 100 days of the second Modi government, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said in New Delhi on the completion of 'Hunar Haat' organised at North Central Zone Cultural Centre in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Modi government has built highway of development: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
He made the remarks in a statement issued after the inauguration of Hunar Haat at the State Emporia Complex near Connaught Place market.
Rajnath Singh to inaugurate sixth edition of 'Hunar Haat'
The latest edition of the Haat will witness the participation of hundreds of artisans from 22 states/UTs from across the country.
GST slows down designer jewellery sourced from hubs
The 21st GST Council meeting has put a spanner in job work carried out in the jewellery sector. Registered principals will find it tougher to get work done from job workers who are unregistered and located outside the state.
Amazon India kick-starts its first engagement with tribal entrepreneurs from Gujarat
Through the workshop, these artisans were trained on how to sell products online and fetch an appropriate price for their unique products.
Amazon to help Gujarat govt reach out to tribals
The govt of Gujarat has signed a significant MoU with the company to reach out to its tribal population and help them promote their traditional handicraft and food items.
TataCliQ partners Gujarat based handicraft brand Okhai
The exclusive partnership will allow the handicraft brand to sell products including apparel, home décor products and accessories nationally.
Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel's daughter Anar Patel may sell artisan fashion products online
“We are creating a craft brand to be sold online worldwide and looking for venture capitalists to fund it for expansion,“ she said.
Centre scraps Kutch SEZ proposed by the then Gujarat CM Narendra Modi
Back in 2007, Gujarat government had floated proposals to set up SEZs for handicrafts and artisans on 132 hectares of land in Moti Chiral village.
eBay looks to tap more local artisans, industries
eBay India has signed an MoU with DHMA, a 125-year-old association of over 4,000 traders representing diverse sectors like clothing, textiles and transports.
Lok Sabha polls: Akhilesh continues attack on BJP, BSP & Congress
Akhilesh Yadav today continued his attack on rival BJP, BSP and Congress, and asked the voters to support his Samajwadi Party for the country's progress, safety and solution to their all problems.
Narendra Modi speaks of strong bond between Gujarat and Odisha
Modi, who was given a rousing welcome on his first visit to Odisha today since taking over as BJP National Election Campaign Committee Chairman, evoked the 'strong bond' between the two states.
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