On 11th National Handloom Day, India vows to protect its weaving traditions

August 7, 2025 1:29 PM

On 11th National Handloom Day, India vows to protect its weaving traditions

The Indian handloom industry is one of the oldest and most vibrant cottage industries globally. With a legacy dating back thousands of years, it reflects India’s rich culture and skilled craftsmanship.  Indian weavers have long been known for their expertise in hand-spinning, weaving and printing skills. They are located in small towns and villages across the country, where skills are passed down to the next generations. From Swadeshi to Self-Reliance The handloom sector played a vital rol...

11 years of Modi govt: PMMY empowers over 52.5 crore entrepreneurs with Mudra Loans

June 9, 2025 4:24 PM

11 years of Modi govt: PMMY empowers over 52.5 crore entrepreneurs with Mudra Loans

In a remarkable push towards inclusive financial empowerment, the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) has sanctioned over ₹33.65 lakh crore in loans to more than 52.5 crore small and micro-entrepreneurs over the last eleven years — more than the combined population of the USA, Russia, and Australia. Launched in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the vision of “Funding the Unfunded,” PMMY has become a game-changer for first-time entrepreneurs, especially from marginalized communiti...