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NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
NDTV Exclusive: Tarun Tahiliani Says, "Hindus Did Beautiful Textiles, Islam Brought Embroidery And The British Brought Tailoring"
Designer Tarun Tahiliani, who has marked 30 years in the fashion industry celebrated this milestone with a hallmark show case, Quintessence that was nothing but an ode to India and its legacy of couture. The extravagant fashion show was held at The Oberoi, New Delhi on Saturday, July 26, 2025, which was day 4 of the ongoing Hyundai Indian Couture Week 2025. The made in India for a modern India themed couture show was an intimate gathering to celebrate craft, culture and couture. It saw beauty moful Shahnaz Husain among other leading names in attendance. What's more, the finale of the show featured models walking to Alisha Chinai's hit pop song, Made In India that left the audience grooving too. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Speaking to NDTV exclusively post the show Tarun Tahiliani said, "The collection was very opulent and rich in craft, but understated at the same time." View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Speaking of the focus on artisanship, especially now on a global level and how it can be promoted. Tarun Tahiliani said, "So our fashion did not exist in the western way. It was textile, embroidery and was handmade, whether it is Bandhani, Chikankari or Mukaish and all the weaves. Because suddenly we are becoming so western, it lost relevance. But the job of us designers is to revive it and we as Indians love it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) He further said, "It is my big endeavour, where we want to be modern and live in the moment, but we also have to respect our heritage. The motto my company is 'All that we were and more'. So I always say Hindus did beautiful textile, Islam brought embroidery, the British brought tailoring; and our generation mixes it all together. That is the process of evolution, the more you do, the more you learn, the more you can do. And it becomes more relevant, in a way." View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) Since Tarun Tahiliani's couture label is celebrating 30 glorious years in the industry this year. The stalwart designer gave witty and positive response to where does he see himself in the next 30 years to come. "I will still be here doing the same thing, but on a trampoline this time I hope."
Mint
5 days ago
- Business
- Mint
India-UK FTA: Big gains for Indians? New visa route, exemptions from social security payments
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was signed and formalised on Thursday. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds signed the agreement in the presence of Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the UK. The India-UK FTA marks a significant milestone in India's engagement with major developed economies. "UK rolls out the red carpet for 'Made In India'," Piyush Goyal posted on X. The agreement is expected to boost the bilateral trade between the two countries by $34 billion annually. "Big overseas avenues open up for India's skilled workforce," the government said, adding that the agreement provides greater market access in IT and IT-enabled services, financial and legal services, professional and educational services, and digital trade. Indian professionals, including those deployed by companies to work in the UK across all service sectors, professionals deployed on contracts such as architects, engineers, chefs, yoga instructors, and musicians, will benefit from simplified visa procedures and liberalised entry categories, making it easier for talent to work in the UK. 1. 75,000 Indian professionals are exempted from UK social security payment for 3 years. Indian professionals can work in 35 UK sectors for 24 months, even without a UK office. More than 1800 chefs, yoga experts and musicians can work in the UK each year. 2. Independent professionals and service providers in sectors such as IT, engineering, and architecture will be allowed to work in the UK for up to 12 months. Applicants must meet UK immigration requirements, including salary thresholds and documentation, to be eligible. 3. Access to 36 service sectors with no economic needs test for Indian firms and freelancers 4. Indian investors and graduate trainees will also continue to benefit from existing UK schemes, with eligibility subject to prevailing immigration rules. Nearly 1000% of India's trade value will be duty free 1. Indian exporters, particularly in textiles and apparel, are expected to gain from tariff reductions. Firms such as Welspun India, Arvind Ltd, Raymond, and Vardhman may benefit from duty-free access to the UK market. 2. From 16% to zero: Duty free access for leather and footwear 3. Duty-free access to UK's gems and jewellery market 1. Zero duty market access for Indian generic drugs. 2. 'Made in India' medical devices will attract no duty. Surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment, ECG machines, X-Ray systems exports to gain. The government anticipates more income to farmers and increased rural employment. 1. 99% of Indian exports to the UK will enjoy zero-duty access 2. Indian farmers get access to the UK's $37.5 billion agri-market and premium buyers. The FTA also ensures duty-free exports on nearly 95% of agricultural products, while fisherfolk gain from Zero Duty on 99% of marine exports, boosting their incomes. 3. Duty-free access for our instant coffee, tea, spices, and rubber, and processed goods like mango, pulp, pickles, pulses and ready to eat meals. Exports of Darjeeling tea from West Bengal and Araku coffee from Andhra Pradesh are likely to soar. 4. No tariff concession on sensitive sectors (Dairy, oats, apples, edible oils). This agreement will also provide Indian consumers high-quality goods at competitive prices. 5. Zero-duty for 99% of marine exports. Coastal states such as West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat to benefit from export-led job creation. 6. Indian fishermen to have greater expansion opportunity into the UK's $5.4 billion marine market.
India Today
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Prada acknowledges Kolhapuri inspiration after backlash
Luxury fashion house Prada has officially admitted its Spring/Summer 2026 sandals were inspired by India's Kolhapuri chappals after massive backlash. Artisans and cultural bodies demanded credit and fair compensation. Prada now says it's open to collaborations with Indian craftspeople. #Prada #KolhapuriChappals #CulturalHeritage #EthicalFashion #MadeInIndia #FashionNews #DesignCredits #Kanpur #Maharashtra #LorenzoBertelliGY
Malaysian Reserve
20-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Knest Onboards Lighthouse Funds as a Strategic Partner, Secures a landmark ₹300 Crore Backing
PUNE, India, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a move that underscores the rising global confidence in India's construction technology sector, Knest Manufacturers Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's leading construction technology companies, has raised ₹300 crore from Lighthouse Funds. The strategic infusion marks a significant milestone in Knest's journey to redefine how India and the world build. With the investment, Knest plans to double down on its R&D efforts, expand production capabilities and accelerate vertical integration. Knest has been bringing both Make In India and Made In India to the forefront; this investment is set to further that. Nitin Mittal, Chairman & Managing Director, Knest, remarked, 'We are building far more than formwork—we are building the future of Indian construction of high-rises, sprawling skylines & sustainable urban ecosystems. In Lighthouse, we gain not just capital but a like-minded partner who shares our vision for innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. It's an honour to lead the sector, a responsibility we embrace with humility and unwavering commitment.' Knest's flagship aluminium formwork systems are custom-designed to enable faster, more cost-optimised construction cycles—up to 3x quicker than traditional methods—while improving finish quality, reducing labour intensity and lowering environmental impact. Complementing this is Knest's patented hydraulic safety screen, a cutting-edge vertical safety solution that is gaining rapid traction among high-rise developers. Looking ahead, the company plans to diversify into adjacent formwork and construction technologies, all while staying rooted in sustainable practices. Sachin Bhartiya, Co-founder and Partner at Lighthouse Funds, said: 'Knest exemplifies the kind of future-forward, mission-led company we love to back. They're fundamentally transforming how buildings go up. With a sharp focus on sustainability, safety, and speed, Knest is poised to lead the next wave of construction innovation in India.' The Systematix Group acted as the exclusive advisor on this transaction. About Knest Founded in 2015, Knest has steadily emerged as the flagbearer of next-generation building systems, including aluminium formwork technology and hydraulic safety screens. With patented technologies, an expanding international footprint of 8+ countries, and an unrelenting focus on quality, the company is transforming the landscape of high-rise development. Headquartered in Pune, the company operates three state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across Maharashtra and Gujarat. This production infra has an expanse of 10,00,000+ Sq. Ft. and an annual capacity of 2,00,000+ Sq. Mt. aluminium formwork, and an expanding line of construction safety solutions. Logo –
Entrepreneur
30-05-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
India Set to Launch Its First Homegrown Semiconductor Chip This Year: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The minister emphasized the strategic choice to target the 28–90 nm segment—chips commonly used in automotive, telecom, and industrial applications—which represents 60 per cent of the global market volume You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the country's first indigenous semiconductor chip, built within the 28 to 90 nanometre range, will be launched before the end of the year. The declaration was made during the Confederation of Indian Industry's (CII) Annual Business Summit. "Today, six fabrication units are under construction. The rollout of the first Made in India chip is expected this year," Vaishnaw said. "We initiated this journey in 2022, and the progress has been steady." The minister emphasized the strategic choice to target the 28–90 nm segment—chips commonly used in automotive, telecom, and industrial applications—which represents 60 per cent of the global market volume. "There are many people who criticised us for vying [for] semiconductor manufacturing. We targeted a particular segment, which has 60 per cent of market volume, using a targeted approach," he said. Vaishnaw also pushed for a more balanced economic model that gives equal weight to manufacturing and services. "A lot of big economists want us to focus on services. Manufacturing and services are both equally important for next-level growth," he noted. "We should increase our work wherever we get opportunity. We should have our own IP, product, design and standards." Turning to the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence, Vaishnaw compared its current momentum to the revolutionary effect of the internet. "What internet did for the world, similar phenomenon would be brought forth from AI. We should be prepared for that change regardless of industry and sector," he said. He underscored the importance of culturally rooted AI systems, adding, "We need to have AI models that are trained on Indian culture, nuances, languages, social norms. One of the first such models is being developed by Sarvam." Beyond technology, Vaishnaw, who also oversees the Railways portfolio, pointed to major achievements in freight logistics. "We have become the second largest cargo-carrying railway in the world. 1,612 million tonnes of cargo [were] carried, overtaking the US and Russia," he revealed. Passenger services are also advancing steadily. "Our passenger carrying capacity has increased substantially. We have reached a level where dreams are being fulfilled and goals are being achieved," he said, calling on more industries to partner with the railways. Highlighting the role of innovation, he concluded, "Our experiment of bringing startups into [the] railway sector was very successful. We are now bringing a new policy where we can test a new innovative idea and then scale it up based on the results."
