Artisans

The PM Vishwakarma scheme was launched for those engaged in traditional crafts and skills, and has an outlay of Rs 13,000 crore, aimed at the skill up-gradation and income-boost of carpenters, washermen, cobblers, coir weavers, etc.

Govt calls meeting of states, bank officials on 'PM Vishwakarma' on August 28

The scheme, which would be launched on September 17, would be implemented by three ministries -- MSME, Skill Development and Finance. The target is to enrol as many as 3 lakh beneficiaries in the current fiscal, an official said.

National Handloom Day: Former HR professional carries the legacy of Indian weavers

A first generation social entrepreneur, Anshula Yuvaraj, walked away from her corporate life as an HR manager in 2017 to create an impact in the social space. She founded and created her brand Vinusto, in 2018, a socially conscious enterprise within the e-commerce space that makes and sells designer wear using authentic handloom that caters to audiences within India as well as North America.

What's making Channapatna artisans quit their craft?

A traditional craft, once sought world-over, is fighting to stay relevant. 

Budget 2023: FM announces PM-VIKAS scheme to empower artisans, traditional craftsmen

The initiative will enable the country’s artisans to improve the quality, scale, and reach of their products, integrating them with the Micro, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (MSME) value chain.

People depositing small amounts will not be harassed: Jaitley

The Finance Minister said that no new laws for penalising large depositors are being contemplated.

Irani announces handicrafts mega cluster in Varanasi

Union Textiles Minister Smriti Irani today announced a special handicraft mega cluster to benefit around 21,000 artisans of different crafts here and also launched a programme to provide special training to young artisans.

Suhas unwraps potential of Indian handicraft trade

The makers of Indian handicraft are known for their perfection of craftsmanship, excellence of design and an unsurpassed sense of colour.

William Bissell: Turning Fabindia's artisans to owners

William Bissell wants to make shareholders out of Fabindia�s artisans. But, can he convince all of them?

BHEL to recruit 5,000 people in next five years

Heavy engineering major BHEL planned to recruit 5,000 employees for posts ranging from artisans to plant engineers and management executives over the next five years, a senior company official has said.