The Ministry of Culture established the National Digital Repository for Museums of India. Alongside crafts such as Channapatna toys and Bidriware, it features artefacts from more than 20 institutions.

In the town of Bidar, Karnataka, a centuries-old metal craft continues to hold its place in the story of Indian artistry. Known as Bidriware, this craft stands out for its deep black metal surface ...

Belagavi’s kunda is a sweet delicacy loved across Karnataka. Made from milk, sugar, and a touch of cardamom, this melt-in-the-mouth treat is often served during festivals and special occasions. The ...

Here are 7 dying art form India that needs to be brought back to life. 1. Bidriware (Image Source: Pinterest/ sothebys) Bidar in Karnataka saw the birth of the unique metal craft of Bidriware at the ...

Bidriware, the centuries-old art form synonymous with Bidar in Karnataka, is facing an existential crisis. Bidriware is known for its intricate engraving and silver inlay work. Yet, this unique craft ...

Karnataka’s other GI tagged products include Coorg oranges, the 14th century metal handicraft from Bidar, Bidriware, rangoli-inspired Kasuti embroidery, hand-woven Navalgund durries featuring ...

Bidriware, an ancient Persian art form, is a unique metal craft that Hyderabad is famous for. This intricate handicraft involves inlaying silver or gold into a blackened alloy of zinc and copper, ...

Hyderabad: Once a status symbol among aristocrats, Bidriware has now found its place on a footpath on the Sunday street market of Charminar, an extension of the traditional ‘Jumme Raat Bazaar ...

From Bidar to Telangana – How Bidriware began and evolved with the times The earliest evidence of a bidriware object comes from a Deccani painting dated to c. 1625, in which an officer of African ...

This ancient craft is made from cast white brass and inlaid with pure silver and gold wires. Bidriware undergoes an eight-step process. This craftwork involves making intricate carvings on the soft ...

Bidriware’s journey from the historical courts of Bahmani Sultans to the hands of modern artisans is a testament to India’s enduring artistic heritage. As the craft evolves and adapts to contemporary ...