WEAVERS
No livelihood and caught in debt trap, weavers resort to 'suicide' in Telangana's textile hub
The 'recent' suicide' of a weaver at Sircilla in Telangana has brought to the fore the alleged lack of work and adequate income in this textile hub, with the issue leading to a war of words between the opposition BRS and the Congress. Kudikyala Nagaraju recently died by suicide as he was unable to repay his debts and this came as a reminder of the tragedy of weavers ending their lives in the past.
Anant-Radhika wedding: Nita Ambani bulk orders Banarasi sarees, what is so unique about Lakhha Buti sari
Embrace the timeless elegance of Banarasi saris as the grand celebration of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's union unfolds at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. From intricate weaves to sacred blessings, the wedding festivities promise a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, culminating in a vibrant celebration where guests adorn themselves in exquisite 'Indian chic' attire.
Why is Monty Williams being fired as the head coach of Detroit Pistons?
Detroit Pistons faced their worst performance last year. The management has now decided to fire its coach Monty Williams after just one season. The team will have to pick a new coach before the 2024-2025 season that begins in October.
Spider attack in US! Should Americans worry?
Joro Spider is growing in the US and they are flying too. We have all details from their size, poison, venom and everything.
Fight of heavyweights in Sambalpur where farmers, weavers hold the key
In Odisha's Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency, Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan and BJD general secretary Pranab Prakash Das are set for a showdown, focusing on farmers, weavers, and various government schemes. The contest includes 14 candidates, with campaigning efforts in scorching heat reaching out to communities and entrepreneurs.
Gold price spike pushes Kancheepuram silk saris prices by 50%, sales plummet
As the wedding season approaches, families shopping for Kancheepuram silk saris face sticker shock due to soaring gold prices, prompting a shift in consumer preferences. Retailers like RmKV report a 20% decline in sales, while industry insiders reveal a staggering 50% price hike over the past eight months.
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Sigourney Weaver in discussions to join Star Wars universe in 'The Mandalorian & Grogu'
Hollywood veteran Sigourney Weaver is reportedly in discussions to join the cast of the upcoming Star Wars film titled "The Mandalorian & Grogu." Directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Lucasfilm, the movie is set to begin production later this year and is scheduled for release on May 22, 2026. Weaver's role and specific details about her involvement in the project are currently under wraps.
Will Mangalagiri weavers spin favourabe poll narrative for Chandrababu's son Lokesh this time
Approaching May 13 election outcome holds crucial governance impact and future prospects, reflecting the electorate's yearning for capital benefits, highlighting the unique resilience of local businesses amidst political shifts and economic challenges in Mangalagiri.
Sarees from across country to adorn Kartavya Path on R-Day
The Culture Ministry on Friday announced it will have on display sarees from different states and Union Territories along the Kartavya Path during Republic Day celebration to give people a glimpse of the sartorial diversity of the country. The country will mark its 75th Republic Day on January 26 with preparations in full swing for it.
Banarasi saree weavers upbeat as orders for Ram Mandir-themed sarees pour in
Weavers in Varanasi are creating Banarasi sarees with themes related to the Ram Mandir (Ram Temple) ahead of the consecration ceremony later this month. The sarees feature various patterns, including Ram Mandir motifs on the pallu, designs depicting the life of Lord Ram, and 'Shree Ram' inscriptions on the border.
Avatar 3: This is everything we know so far about release date, filming, cast and more
Avatar 3, set for a Christmas 2025 release, entails a two-year wait after completing filming alongside its predecessor in December 2020. James Cameron, at a New Zealand conference, revealed the extensive post-production process, while the star-studded cast, including new additions, anticipates the movie's delayed premiere after nine setbacks.
Brewing dissent among weavers to decide fate of K T Rama Rao in Sircilla assembly segment
In the transformative journey of Sircilla assembly constituency under BRS rule, the weavers' community, predominantly 'Padmashalis,' hold sway over Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's son, K T Rama Rao's fate. With dissent brewing, the 2.43 lakh-strong weaver voter base could determine the outcome in Rao's fourth consecutive bid.
Who was Gary Wright? Know about the ‘Dream Weaver’ singer who passed away at 80 after long illness battle
Justin Wright, Gary Wright's son, reportedly revealed that his father passed away Monday morning at his home.
NEHHDC, Tide join hands to scale and promote small weavers and artisans of northeast India
Tide has signed an MoU with the North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC) to empower digitalisation of the handloom and handicraft sector in Northeast India. During the year-long partnership, Tide will help NEHHDC with expertise and knowledge to bolster scalability, financial inclusion, and enhance market reach for nearly 2.1 million handloom weavers and 3.5 million handicraft artisans across 800 clusters in northeast India.
NEHHDC, Tide join hands to promote small weavers and artisans of North East India
As a part of the MoU, Tide will help in financial and digital inclusion of weavers and artisans from the region and host mentor panels and masterclasses.
North Korean hackers breached top Russian missile maker
The lapse provided Reuters and SentinelOne with a unique snapshot into a company of critical importance to the Russian state which was sanctioned by the Obama administration following the invasion of Crimea. Two independent computer security experts, Nicholas Weaver and Matt Tait, reviewed the exposed email content and confirmed its authenticity. The analysts verified the connection by checking the email's cryptographic signatures against a set of keys controlled by NPO Mash.
National Handloom Day: From Banarasi To Kalamkari, 8 Exquisite Types Of Sarees To Make You Feel Gorgeous
India is considered the cradle of handloom. Every state boasts of its own tradition of hand-crafted fabrics, woven to perfection by skilled karigar or craftsmen. Currently, India generates 95 per cent of the world’s hand-woven fabrics.
Celebrating KS Chithra, timeless melody weaver of Indian cinema's playback singing on her birthday
KS Chithra's musical prowess has earned her an extensive repertoire of over 25,000 recorded songs in various languages. Her exceptional talent has been recognized with six prestigious National Film Awards and over 30 State Film Awards from different regions. Even after four decades, KS Chithra remains a beloved and sought-after choice among musicians, a testament to her enduring charm and unmatched artistry.
Govt to train artisans, weavers, jewellery manufacturers to sell products on e-comm platforms
Highlighting the "huge export potential" of the one district one product (ODOP) scheme, ready-made garments, gems and jewellery and over-the-counter products, Director General Foreign Trade Santosh Kumar Sarangi said an outreach programme will be rolled out this year to impart training on how to onboard e-commerce platforms and display and market products.
UP government reintroduces popular flat rate for electricity scheme for weavers
The Uttar Pradesh cabinet has revived the 2006 flat rate subsidy measure for powerloom weavers by passing an amended version of it. The measure, which was done away with by the Yogi Adityanath government in 2019, will be reinstated as the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Powerloom Weaver Electricity Flat Rate Scheme effective from April 2023, with increased rates. All past dues until March 31, 2023 will be paid according to 2006 rates. The scheme will have a significant impact on the weaving community in eastern UP districts of Varanasi and Mau, where the bulk of the state's 2.5 lakh powerloom machines are concentrated.
Vanity Fair Oscar party 2023: Here are the details of the star-studded event
The theme for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2023 was “Old Hollywood glamour with a modern twist”.
Go long on this cotton weaver to spin profit
The price of this company has tested the bottom range of Rs 186-Rs 180 on several occasions in the recent past. After forming a double bottom at Rs 180, the prices had formed a higher low and have now given a multi-month trendline breakout. The breakout in price is accompanied by a rise in volume, which increases the reliability of the breakout.
Assam’s ban on selling power loom made Mekhela Sador creates flutter in Surat
Surat has been a major supplier of the traditional Mekhela Sador and Gamusa to Assam for quite some time, supplying more than 60% of the total consumption in the North Eastern state. However, the Assam government announcing a ban on the sale of the power loom-produced attire as well as Gamusa, just ahead of the Rongali Bihu season, has rattled the industry, which is now knocking the doors of the Union government for a resolution.
'Avatar: The Way of Water' Box office Collection Day 35: Film to cross $2 billion mark globally this weekend
'Avatar: The Way of Water' is edging closer to the $2 billion mark globally and has aspirations of becoming the sixth-highest-grossing movie in the history of cinema.
'Avatar: The Way of Water' made a smash record in India on the opening day, check figures here
'Avatar: The Way of Water' made a smash record on the opening day at the box office. Critics and fans are flooding the social media with positive response for the movie
The wait is over! 'Avatar: The Way of Water' gets much-anticipated world premiere in London
The sequel releases 13 years after the epic fantasy 'Avatar'.
‘Avatar: The Way of Water’: Trailer gives a glimpse of James Cameron's extraordinary film
In his career, James Cameron has only made three sequels. Piranha II was his first film. The other two, ‘Aliens’ and ‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’, are undoubtedly two of the best sequels ever made. Since Cameron's next film, a sequel, is coming out in just a few weeks, you have the right to be enthusiastic about it.
Tallest woman in world takes her first flight after airline removes six seats
Due to her 7ft height, Rumeysa Gelgi was recognised in the Guinness Book of World Records. She has an uncommon genetic condition.
Olivia Wilde speaks about enduring 'hellfire' amid nanny crisis
A few hours before Olivia Wilde's passionate statement about misogyny, Jason Sudeikis' children's ex-nanny made several disparaging remarks about Olivia and the former couple.
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