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Considered to be of ‘divine’ origin, Kathputlis of Nagaur District in Rajasthan served traditionally as a carrier of local history and social mores,...

While the success of the landmark 1991 economic reforms ensured that the Eighth Plan far exceeded its growth target, the parallel focus on human...

After its revival in the 16th century in Khambhat, the 4,000-year-old Harrapan craft of agate bead-making started dominating the export market but...

Riding on technological innovations, the Seventh Plan surpassed its growth target through efficient utilisation of capital but also witnessed...

Originated in Central Asia, the iconic Jaipur Blue Pottery has managed to retain its radiant colour and traditional motifs over the ages, and has...

Implemented amid turbulent domestic and global situations, the twin sixth plan not just managed to achieve its growth target but also put a tab on...

Introduced over a century and a half ago in the culturally rich rural landscape of Baghpat District, Rataul Mangoes are known not just for their...

Fifth Five Year Plan’s fate was intercepted by deteriorating inflationary pressures and balance of payment situation, along with political instability...

Due to a series of external shocks, neither the Fourth Plan could meet its ‘ambitious’ growth target nor could it ease the inflationary pressure —...

Made from the wood of jackfruit tree, Maddalam or Shiva’s Drum, a 13th century wooden-leather craft that still thrives in the hamlets of Kerala’s...

Following an unsuccessful Third Plan, the three Annual Plans provided a breather to the economy by envisaging the launch of Green Revolution,...

Credit to improved road network and security situation, GI-tagged Mandarin oranges — ace among the wide variety of citrus fruits grown in the...