What makes a leather sandal a Kolhapuri chappal? And is there really one Kolhapuri chappal? Through all the coverage of ...

Unlikely, say experts, as GI literacy is high in Europe, with centuries of tradition and various public and private ...

All about the tale of Prada's Kolhapuri chappal chori Amidst the ongoing Prada Kolhapuri row, the Italian luxury brand recently faced legal action for selling its Indian-inspired flat leather ...

The swing showcased in the viral post is commonly known in India as a 'jhoola' in north India or 'oonjal' in South India.

Western brands have repeatedly used everyday Indian cultural items, rebranding them as new concepts without acknowledging ...

Kolhapuri chappal manufacturers have taken strong exception to Italian luxury fashion brand Prada’s recently showcased Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, alleging that the featured sandals ...

"The Kolhapuri chappal is the cultural symbol of Maharashtra," the plea filed by six Pune-based lawyers said. The petition has been filed against the Prada Group and various Maharashtra government ...

In an exclusive conversation with India Today, Fashion Design Council of India chairman Sunil Sethi shared his views on the Prada-Kolhapuri controversy.

As Prada continues to face criticism over its Kolhapuri chappal-inspired sandals, the broader fashion world is grappling with ...

Kolhapuri Chappal Artisans Slam Prada Over GI Violations: Seek Action Artisans and political leaders argue that this is a blatant case of commercial and cultural appropriation, with the designs ...

The real conversation starter? Their take on the Kolhapuri chappal - the humble, tan leather sandal that’s got deep roots in Indian craft. Yes, we know how it happened.