#Handloom

State Handloom Expo Kicks Off in Kohima

Nagaland's State Handloom Expo runs through October 12 in Kohima, showcasing regional artisan products to boost local economic growth.

Kiyeto Swu • 29 Sep 2026

Manipur Designer Robert Naorem Hits Runway in Milan

Fashion designer Robert Naorem brought Manipur textiles to a Milan runway, marking a decade of his label at an international showcase in Italy.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 21 Sep 2026

Centre Pushes Meghalaya Handlooms into Global Markets

Union Minister Pabitra Margherita plans to boost Meghalaya’s traditional crafts and Eri silk exports through new global e-commerce and training programs.

NEWire Desk • 19 Sep 2026

Avantika Roohi Urges Youth to Document Indigenous Traditions

Food writer Avantika Roohi shares how documenting Dimasa food and handloom helps preserve culture and provides economic opportunities for local weavers.

Kiyeto Swu • 18 Sep 2026

North Tripura DM Promotes Handloom Training for Rural Women

District Magistrate Chandni Chandran is pushing handloom training for North Tripura women to boost local income and preserve the region's textile craft.

Nihar Jamatia • 15 Sep 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Hosts First Tribal Artisan Empanelment Mela

Ziro Valley hosted the first Tribal Artisan Empanelment Mela to connect indigenous craftspeople with national markets through TRIFED.

Tani M • 9 Sep 2026

Aaranyak brings warping drum technology to Manas weavers

Aaranyak trained 20 women in Koklabari to use warping drums. This new tech eases physical labor and boosts efficiency for local handloom weavers.

Timungpi Terang • 29 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Pushes Traditional Textiles Into Modern Markets

Meghalaya's textile sector pivots to global markets, supporting 50,000 households through design, innovation, and strategic heritage promotion.

NEWire Desk • 18 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Opens Eri Weaving Hub in Ri Bhoi

Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma launched a new Eri weaving center in Nongpoh to preserve local textile traditions and boost sustainable artisan trade.

Walrik Marak • 14 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Handloom Sector Supports 50,000 Households

Meghalaya officials marked the 12th National Handloom Day by celebrating weavers who sustain the state's rural economy and cultural heritage.

NEWire Desk • 9 Aug 2026

Assam Start-up Wins National Handloom Award for Silk Innovation

Marvella Associates earned a National Handloom Award for its unique Soil-to-Silk production model, which preserves Assam's ancient weaving traditions.

Bibar Daimary • 9 Aug 2026

Dimapur Hosts 12th National Handloom Day to Boost Local Weaving

Dimapur marked the 12th National Handloom Day with a focus on artisan support, technology upgrades, and market growth for Nagaland's weaving industry.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Launches Handloom Week to Boost Local Weavers

Meghalaya marks Handloom Week to support 50,000 rural households, emphasizing cultural heritage and economic growth for the state's artisan sector.

Walrik Marak • 8 Aug 2026

Manipur Weaver Rani Devi Wins National Handloom Award

President Murmu honored Manipuri weaver Rani Devi for her textile work during the 12th National Handloom Day celebrations.

Diana Moirangthem • 8 Aug 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Pushes Tribal Handlooms Into Global Markets

Chief Minister Pema Khandu wants to boost Arunachal Pradesh's handloom sector by combining traditional tribal designs with modern marketing strategies.

Rinchen K • 7 Aug 2026

Nagaland Launches Yarn Bank to Bolster Handloom Sector

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has launched a new Yarn Bank Scheme to provide subsidized natural fibers to 10,000 weavers annually.

Naro Jamir • 7 Aug 2026

Manipur Governor Pushes GI Protection for Local Handloom Goods

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla celebrated National Handloom Day in Imphal, urging better promotion and protection for Manipur's unique GI-tagged products.

Diana Moirangthem • 7 Aug 2026

Nagaland Launches Yarn Bank to Support State Handloom Weavers

Nagaland's new Yarn Bank offers subsidized materials to thousands of weavers, cutting costs and boosting the state's traditional textile industry.

Kiyeto Swu • 7 Aug 2026

Zunheboto Women Celebrate National Handloom Day with Local Crafts

Women from 18 Zunheboto village organizations marked National Handloom Day with demonstrations to preserve traditional Sumi Naga weaving and crafts.