Category "Fashion"

The Future of Textile Recycling: Solving the Disconnect Between Donations and Recycling Rates

- - Advice, Fashion

Textile waste has become a pressing environmental issue, with only a small percentage of clothing being recycled. This article delves into the intricacies of textile recycling, explores why only a fraction of fabrics are recycled into new clothing, and discusses the future of this industry. Additionally, we address the disconnect...

Empowering Artisans: A Synergistic Alliance Between Private Enterprise and Public Trust

In India, handloom and handicrafts are deeply rooted in the country’s cultural heritage. However, the artisans and weavers often face challenges in making a sustainable living due to limited access to markets and resources . To address this issue, Handlooom.com, an e-commerce site managed by DMZ INTERNATIONAL IMPORTS & EXPORTS...

Nirmala Sitharaman Emphasizes the Need for Diversification in the Indian Handloom Industry to Attract Young Buyers

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has highlighted the importance of diversification in the handloom industry to attract younger buyers. During her visit to Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, she inaugurated the Balaramapuram Handloom Producer Company Limited (BHPCL) Common Facility Training Centre. In her address, Sitharaman emphasized the need for every...

The Historic Connection between Gandhi Jayanti and Khadi: A Journey from Past to Present

Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on October 2nd, marks the birth anniversary of the remarkable Mahatma Gandhi. This auspicious day holds great significance not only for honoring the life of the Father of the Nation but also for highlighting his immense contribution to the handloom industry through his advocacy of khadi fabric....