After the Kolhapuri Chappal scandal, Prada’s new “antiqued leather pumps” bear a striking resemblance to the traditional ...

Kolhapuri chappals have long battled low demand and dwindling artisan numbers. A case of cultural appropriation is now ...

Lalit Gandhi from the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (MACCIA) told India Today, "A few days ago, ...

The incident put the focus on the limitations of India’s geographical indicator regime in enforcing the protection of its ...

Prada's Kolhapuri-style sandals spark a debate on cultural appropriation, GI protection, and the global recognition of Indian ...

Prada collaborates with local artisans in Maharashtra to launch 'Made in India' leather sandals, addressing cultural ...

Prada’s collaboration puts centuries-old Kolhapuri craftsmanship on the global map, with Indian artisans stepping into the ...

After admitting that the slippers it featured on the runway were “inspired” by Kolhapuri Chappals, the fashion brand had committed to initiating a dialogue with representatives of trade and industry ...

The Bench remarked that proprietors of the GI Tag who are directly affected can approach the court by themselves, questioning ...

Prada experts visit Kolhapur to assess local footwear manufacturing process after controversy over traditional Indian sandals ...

Unlikely, say experts, as GI literacy is high in Europe, with centuries of tradition and various public and private partnerships to enforce it, while India lacks such mechanisms ...

Neena Gupta, a fashionista and trend-setter, has taken a stand in favour of Kolhapuri chappals amid the Prada controversy.