Business

Godrej Appliances’ ‘Handloom Dilemma’ Study Reveals 97% Indians Would Wear More Handlooms If They Were Easier to Wash

A new consumer study by Godrej Appliances reveals a striking gap between Indians’ love for handloom fabrics and their everyday usage, with fabric-care concerns emerging as a major barrier. The study found that 97% of respondents would wear and buy more handlooms if washing them became easier and safer.

Events in Goa

Goa Marks National Handloom Day with Kunbi Textile Exhibition at Assembly

On the 11th National Handloom Day, Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant inaugurated a special exhibition titled “Kunbi: The Pride of Goan Textile” at Porvorim. Organised by the Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission and the Department of Rural Development, the exhibition showcased traditional handloom work with a focus on the Kunbi weave, a symbol of Goan textile heritage.

Human Interest

Woven With Pride: Celebrating National Handloom Day

On National Handloom Day, India honors its timeless textile traditions. Beyond beauty, the handloom sector supports rural economies and empowers women — who make up 70% of this vibrant workforce.