Varanasi

Varanasi’s Gulabi Meenakari to get GI soon.

Meenakari is the art of coloring the surface of metals by fusing over brilliant colors that are decorated in an intricate design. This was brought to Varanasi by the Persian enamellists around early 17th century during the Mughal era. Mina is the feminine form of “Minoo” in Persian, meaning heaven. Mina refers to the Azure colour …

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Varanasi Glass Beads to get GI Recognition

Glass beads in various types, a handicraft that originated in the rural areas of Varanasi, also called as “kaanch ke moti” soon to receive a geographical indication status.  According to reports the Geographical Indication (GI) Registry of India has agreed to certify this handicraft which comprises earrings, bracelets and necklaces made of glass beads. The …

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