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Topic: Textiles

Sikkim’s Lepcha hat to Naga shawl—new exhibition explores the stories behind Northeast textiles

The exhibition, titled Threaded Heritage, features garments and handwoven pieces from Manipur, Nagaland, Sikkim, and other northeastern states, creating a vibrant tapestry of regional diversity.

Customs waiver on petrochemicals to cost 1,800 cr in lost revenue; govt admits impact on other sectors

The war in West Asia has led to supply chain disruptions, payment delays, increased freight costs, and longer transit times, impacting trade.

War in West Asia sparks a battle in Surat—of survival, staying afloat & averting another crisis

LPG scarcity, rising costs & disrupted exports push families to chulhas & workers to their home states. Industry insiders say it’s not a full-blown crisis yet, but the impact is widespread.

Khadi once helped India become independent, it can make us aatmanirbhar again

PM Modi’s ‘vocal for local’ plan greatly applies to India’s khadi industry — it is indigenous, eco-friendly, and can provide many jobs.

On Camera

Why have Indian tourists become so unpopular abroad? We need to look into the mirror

Indians are arrogant, but far from rich. That’s why we have become the world’s least welcome visitors. People may tolerate a rich fool. But nobody likes a fool who doesn’t have much money.

Growth, inflation & the gaps in between: What latest RBI annual report says about where India stands

RBI's Annual Report necessitates acknowledgement of an economy that not only withstood one of most challenging external environments in recent history but also experienced acceleration.

Defence Secretary announces BrahMos deal with Vietnam, secretly signed last fiscal

India & Indonesia have also finalised a deal for 1 battery of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, expected to be formally signed soon, though it may remain under wraps for some time.

2026 is like 1973 Indira-era oil shock plus youth anger. Modi has space, but not immunity

An oil shock, monsoon fears, rampant unemployment, and the seeming inevitability of inflation are common to both eras. Indira Gandhi’s self-destructive responses are instructive today.