Footwear

How to style handcrafted festive footwear for Indian and western outfits

In India, footwear is more than a finishing touch -- it’s a storyteller, carrying centuries of artistry, heritage, and emotion in every stitch. More than fashion, handmade juttis and sandals are living archives of culture, and here’s why it’s back in vogue this season

No PLI scheme for leather, footwear and toys planned: Govt tells Parliament

Union minister of state for commerce and industry Jitin Prasada stated in the Parliament that in 2024-25, India's total export of leather, leather products and footwear was $4,828.97 million. Of this, 35.17% or $1,698.59 million worth of exports went from Tamil Nadu alone.

NITI report recommends expanding PLI scheme to leather, footwear, furniture

NITI Aayog has batted for establishing a Quality Upgradation Fund to incentivise MSMEs in meeting international quality benchmarks, certifications, and sustainability requirements.

Uttar Pradesh's first footwear park to come up in Kanpur with 75 industrial plots

Officials believe the park will serve as a catalyst for industrial growth in the region, particularly benefiting MSMEs by offering ready-to-use spaces that reduce setup time and costs.

GoM mulls higher GST thresholds for textiles, footwear to boost consumption: Sources

The GoM may propose GST relief for products priced up to Rs 1,500, aligning with the Union Budget’s focus on boosting demand.

India can lead the world in leather, footwear exports, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for focus on export opportunities, R&D and modernisation to give a boost to the manufacturing sector