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The Charmakars, who belong to the Scheduled Caste category in Maharashtra, have long been associated with the making of the ...
A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Bombay High Court against Italian luxury brand Prada, accusing it of ...
The row over Kolhapuri chappals has escalated with a public interest litigation (PIL) filed in the Bombay High Court ...
After admitting that the slippers it featured on the runway were “inspired” by Kolhapuri Chappals, the fashion brand had committed to initiating a dialogue with representatives of trade and industry ...
Prada faces a PIL in the Bombay High Court for allegedly copying India’s iconic Kolhapuri chappals without credit ...
A PIL has been filed in Bombay HC against Prada for allegedly copying GI-tagged Kolhapuri chappals in its ₹1.2 lakh sandal ...
A powerful global fashion brand is in the dock - and this time, it's not about style, but stolen identity. A PIL has been ...
Intellectual Property Rights advocate Ganesh S Hingemire filed the PIL on July 2, 2025.
Indian footwear sellers and artisans are tapping into nationalist pride stoked by the Prada "sandal scandal" in a bid to ...
PIL filed against Prada for cultural appropriation of Kolhapuri chappal, seeking GI protection and artisan recognition in ...
The open-toe leather sandals, showcased on Prada’s runway, features braided detailing reminiscent of the iconic Kolhapuri ...
Kolhapuri chappals gain global attention after Prada showcases similar designs. This raises questions about respecting the ...