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Zubeen Garg's Family Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Special Court To Hear Case
Family members of Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg on Saturday submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting to set up a special court, expedite trial in Assam, and take appropriate diplomatic-legal action in Singapore.
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From Prada To Dior: The Year High Fashion 'Stole' Indian Art
Several high-end luxury brands faced accusations of design theft or cultural appropriation from India in 2025
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NDTV Impact: Prada Lands In Mumbai To See How India Makes Kolhapuri Chappals
The move comes after Prada was accused of culturally appropriating the iconic chappals without recognising its Indian origins
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High Fashion's Habit Of 'Borrowing' From India Isn't New. Prada's Kolhapuri Chappals Are Just The Latest
Indian heritage has become a moodboard reference for designer labels - but rarely with due credit
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Why Gucci Calling Alia Bhatt's Cannes Saree A 'Gown' Deserves All The Trolling It's Getting
Alia Bhatt's Gucci saree at Cannes 2025, and Gucci calling it everything but, reeks of cultural appropriation
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Desi Twitter Shocked At Gucci Selling A 'Kurta' For Rs 2.5 Lakh
Italian fashion house Gucci is selling a dress that bears a striking resemblance to the traditional Indian kurta, and desi Twitter users have a lot to say about it.
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'The Big Bang Theory' Actor's Post On Steel Utensils Has Desi Twitter Abuzz
Mayim Bialik, better known as Amy Farrah Fowler from The Big Bang Theory, may have only recently discovered stainless steel utensils, but they are commonplace in most Indian households - as desi netizens haven't tired of reminding her since she poste
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Kendall Jenner's Tequila Ad Slammed For Cultural Appropriation
Kendall Jenner is once again in hot water over an advertisement. The 25-year-old model and reality TV star is facing accusations of cultural appropriation over her tequila brand's recently-released ad campaign.
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Basmati Rice Tote Bags Are A Real Thing - And Twitter Can't Believe It
Thousands of people on the microblogging platform were left stunned to discover that "Basmati rice tote bags" are a thing that actually exist.
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UK Brand Trolled For Selling Kurtas As "Vintage Boho Dresses"
A British brand has met with unsparing criticism online for selling "vintage, boho dresses". The reason - many people couldn't help but notice that the 'dresses' look a lot like traditional Indian kurtas or kameez with their side-slits and traditional motifs.
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Zubeen Garg's Family Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Special Court To Hear Case
Family members of Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg on Saturday submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting to set up a special court, expedite trial in Assam, and take appropriate diplomatic-legal action in Singapore.
-
From Prada To Dior: The Year High Fashion 'Stole' Indian Art
Several high-end luxury brands faced accusations of design theft or cultural appropriation from India in 2025
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NDTV Impact: Prada Lands In Mumbai To See How India Makes Kolhapuri Chappals
The move comes after Prada was accused of culturally appropriating the iconic chappals without recognising its Indian origins
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High Fashion's Habit Of 'Borrowing' From India Isn't New. Prada's Kolhapuri Chappals Are Just The Latest
Indian heritage has become a moodboard reference for designer labels - but rarely with due credit
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Why Gucci Calling Alia Bhatt's Cannes Saree A 'Gown' Deserves All The Trolling It's Getting
Alia Bhatt's Gucci saree at Cannes 2025, and Gucci calling it everything but, reeks of cultural appropriation
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Desi Twitter Shocked At Gucci Selling A 'Kurta' For Rs 2.5 Lakh
Italian fashion house Gucci is selling a dress that bears a striking resemblance to the traditional Indian kurta, and desi Twitter users have a lot to say about it.
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'The Big Bang Theory' Actor's Post On Steel Utensils Has Desi Twitter Abuzz
Mayim Bialik, better known as Amy Farrah Fowler from The Big Bang Theory, may have only recently discovered stainless steel utensils, but they are commonplace in most Indian households - as desi netizens haven't tired of reminding her since she poste
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Kendall Jenner's Tequila Ad Slammed For Cultural Appropriation
Kendall Jenner is once again in hot water over an advertisement. The 25-year-old model and reality TV star is facing accusations of cultural appropriation over her tequila brand's recently-released ad campaign.
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Basmati Rice Tote Bags Are A Real Thing - And Twitter Can't Believe It
Thousands of people on the microblogging platform were left stunned to discover that "Basmati rice tote bags" are a thing that actually exist.
-
UK Brand Trolled For Selling Kurtas As "Vintage Boho Dresses"
A British brand has met with unsparing criticism online for selling "vintage, boho dresses". The reason - many people couldn't help but notice that the 'dresses' look a lot like traditional Indian kurtas or kameez with their side-slits and traditional motifs.
