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'Word was not there': Ritu Kumar's zardozi claim sparks debate; experts explain craft's origin
July 08, 2026 1:34 pm
Ritu Kumar's remarks about the origin of the term 'zardozi' have triggered an online debate. Know more about the Persian embroidery technique, its origins, and how it became an important part of India's textile heritage.
From Mughal courtyards to the French Riviera: How Kasab embroidery is keeping Indian grandeur alive
May 23, 2025 5:28 pm
Contemporary designers are reimagining and reinterpreting Kasab embroidery, integrating it into modern silhouettes and ensembles, to give it a revival.
Threads of time: Decoding the history and legacy of Zardozi, believed to have flourished during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar
June 13, 2024 4:54 pm
For those of you fascinated by layered legacy of Indian textiles, we bring a new series to quench this thirst. From the history of a textile to its legacy and what can be done to revitalise it, along with identifying a 'fake', we have the answer to all your questions. The first dispatch in this series begins with zardozi.
Sutr Santati exhibition in the Capital's National Museum pays tribute to India's textile heritage
September 09, 2022 11:03 am
Textile revivalist Lavina Baldota has brought together over 100 exhibits of specially commissioned fabrics by skilled artisans, well-known designers and artists
A day in the life of 7-year-old Salman, a zardozi labourer from Lucknow
May 17, 2015 8:48 am
The nursery student works two shifts for Rs 100 a week; his mother hasn’t heard of govt changing law
Want my jackets customised with Indian zardozi: Sean Paul
October 14, 2012 3:37 pm
Grammy award winning reggae star Sean Paul is all set for his maiden tour in India.
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