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The incident put the focus on the limitations of India’s geographical indicator regime in enforcing the protection of its ...
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 ...
Prada collaborates with local artisans in Maharashtra to launch 'Made in India' leather sandals, addressing cultural ...
Prada experts visit Kolhapur to assess local footwear manufacturing process after controversy over traditional Indian sandals ...
Prada's Kolhapuri-style sandals spark a debate on cultural appropriation, GI protection, and the global recognition of Indian ...
According to the petition, Prada, at its fashion show held in Milan on June 22, had presented 'toe ring sandals'. The sandals ...
The Bench remarked that proprietors of the GI Tag who are directly affected can approach the court by themselves, questioning ...
Prada is looking to collaborate with "artisanal footwear" makers in India in a partnership, it said on Friday, two weeks ...
Bombay HC dismisses PIL against Prada over alleged Kolhapuri chappal design use. Court questions petitioners` locus standi ...
The Bombay High Court has dismissed a PIL seeking action against Prada for showcasing sandals resembling Kolhapuri chappals ...
The Kolhapuri Chappal is a traditional craft practised by cobblers of Maharashtra and Karnataka. They date back to the 12th century, during King Bijjal's rule in Bidar (Karnataka).