Pulwama’s Ghulam Mohammad Dar keeps centuries-old Namda craft alive
Pulwama, February 21,2026-In an era dominated by machine-made carpets and mass production, a skilled artisan from Pulwama, Ghulam Mohammad Dar, continues to preserve the centuries-old Namda craft — a traditional Kashmiri rug-making technique that reflects the Valley’s rich cultural heritage. Namda, derived from the Persian word “Namad,” refers to felted rugs made from sheep wool. […]
Craft dealers in Kashmir get 7-day notice to remove machine-made goods
SRINAGAR, JULY 25: In a decisive move to protect the authenticity and heritage of Kashmir’s world-renowned handicrafts, the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has issued a stern seven-day ultimatum to all registered craft dealers to immediately remove machine-made products—primarily imported from countries like Turkey and Iran—from their showrooms. Failure to comply will result in […]