Prada's Kolhapuri-style sandals spark a debate on cultural appropriation, GI protection, and the global recognition of Indian ...

According to the petition, Prada, at its fashion show held in Milan on June 22, had presented 'toe ring sandals'. The sandals ...

When Prada launched its ₹1.2 lakh "toe-ring sandal," many in India saw something familiar - the traditional Kolhapuri chappal. But this isn't an isolated case.

A Bombay High Court bench of Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Sandeep Marne questioned the legal standing and statutory ...

The Bench remarked that proprietors of the GI Tag who are directly affected can approach the court by themselves, questioning ...

Following the Kolhapuri chappal controversy, Italian luxury label Prada has finally taken a step to amend the situation. A ...

Prada's team visited Kolhapur to learn about the craftsmanship of Kolhapuri chappals, meeting local artisans and shopkeepers.

The plea had said the Kolhapuri chappal (sandals) is protected as a Geographical Indication (GI) under the Geographical ...

Prada collaborates with local artisans in Maharashtra to launch 'Made in India' leather sandals, addressing cultural ...

A division bench of chief justice Alok Aradhe and justice Sandeep Marne said that the petitioners were neither an affected party nor a registered association of the footwear makers.

Lalit Gandhi from the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (MACCIA) told India Today, "A few days ago, ...

A team of experts from Prada visited Kolhapur in Maharashtra to interact with artisans and assess local footwear ...