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TechnologyAI vs. Artisans: Who Owns India's Traditional Textile Designs in the Digital Age?
As AI-enabled mass production threatens to dilute India's rich textile heritage, questions arise about ownership, authenticity, and the future of traditional artisans. While technology offers efficiency, it challenges the cultural and intellectual property rights of crafts passed down through generations.
Al Jazeera English|October 21, 2026|1
CultureSoaring Silver Prices and Global Conflicts Threaten Lucknow's Historic Bridal Nagra Craft
Soaring silver prices driven by global geopolitical conflicts are threatening Lucknow's centuries-old tradition of crafting silver bridal nagras, leaving local artisans and brides devastated.
Al Jazeera English|October 10, 2026|2