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.

Centre to pay 90 per cent cost of new looms to weavers: Irani

The Centre would fund 90 per cent cost of new looms for weavers to replace the old ones, Textiles Minister Smriti Irani said today.

Demonetisation blues to keep revenue flat this fisc: Monte Carlo

Speaking to CNBC-TV18, the clothing brand‘s Executive Director, Sandeep Jain said the government‘s decision to junk popular bank notes came bang in the middle of the peak period for sales.

Weavers, societies told to adopt 'India Handloom' brand

There is a need for more number of weavers and cooperative societies in Telangana to register their products under the 'India Handloom' brand which will enable them to produce high quality products and enhance sales and earnings, an official said today.

Aditya Birla Group to expand textile value chain initiative

"India has the potential and can compete with any country including China," President Consumer Insights and Brand Development of the Group, Prakash Nedungadi said at a Stakeholders' Conclave here yesterday.

Dipping ratings,draping new trend,stealing the show

Television Audience Measurement (TAM) has just released viewership data for news channels after a 13 week break.

Soaring gold prices take toll on Kanchipuram saris

As soaring gold and silver prices take the sheen off zari borders, Kanchipuram weavers struggle to stay afloat.

Andhra govt mulls special bank for handloom sector

The Andhra Pradesh government is planning to set up a dedicated bank for the handloom and textiles sector with initial investment of Rs 200 crore.