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Hans India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Apco, Lepakshi announce design contest
Vijayawada: A unique opportunity has opened up for designers, artisans, and creative individuals across Andhra Pradesh with the announcement of a State-Level design competition to re-imagine traditional handicrafts and handlooms as modern souvenir products. The competition has been officially announced by Vishwa M, vice-chairman and managing director of Andhra Pradesh Handicrafts Development Corporation (APHDC), and is being jointly organised by Apco and Lepakshi, in collaboration with the National Institute of Design (NID), Vijayawada. This initiative aims at fostering innovation among local weavers and artisans while preserving the cultural identity of Andhra Pradesh. It invites entries in ten traditional clusters—five each in handicrafts and handlooms—including Kondapally and Etikoppaka toys, leather puppetry, wood carvings, Kalamkari block prints, Dharmavaram and Uppada silks, Mangalagiri fabric, and more. The handloom category also encourages development of utility-based products such as scarves, ties, shawls, and waistcoats. Announcing the competition, Vishwa M emphasised that the goal is to connect heritage with modern design sensibilities, offering creative individuals an opportunity to showcase Andhra's artisanal excellence on new platforms. The competition is open to all residents of Andhra Pradesh above the age of 18—artisans, students, designers, or independent creators. A total of Rs 5 lakh in cash prizes will be awarded to 30 winners, with top entries selected based on innovation, craftsmanship, feasibility, and sustainability by a panel of judges from NID-AP, the Development Commissioner's Office, APCO, and Lepakshi. Participants are required to submit their physical souvenir samples to the nearest Lepakshi or APCO showroom by 16th July 16 within 30 days of the official launch on June 17. The interested contestants may visit the portals for complete competition guidelines and updates:
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
APHDC announces design competition for artisans and designers
1 2 3 Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh handicrafts development corporation limited (APHDC) has invited emerging designers, artisans, and creative individuals across Andhra Pradesh to take part in a state-level design competition. The competition aims to reimagine traditional handicrafts and handlooms as modern souvenir products. Vishwa M, vice chairman and managing director of the APHDC, officially announced the competition, which is being jointly organized by APCO and Lepakshi in collaboration with the National Institute of Design (NID), Vijayawada. This initiative aims to foster innovation among local weavers and artisans while preserving the cultural identity of Andhra Pradesh. It invites entries in ten traditional clusters—five each in handicrafts and handlooms—including Kondapalli and Etikoppaka toys, leather puppetry, wood carvings, Kalamkari block prints, Dharmavaram and Uppada silks, Mangalagiri fabric, and more. The handloom category also encourages development of utility-based products such as scarves, ties, shawls, and waistcoats. Speaking to the media, Vishwa emphasized that the goal of the competition is to connect heritage with modern design sensibilities, offering creative individuals an opportunity to showcase Andhra's artisanal excellence on new platforms. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo The competition is open to all residents of Andhra Pradesh above the age of 18—artisans, students, designers, or independent creators. A total of ₹5.00 lakh in cash prizes will be awarded to 30 winners, with top entries selected based on innovation, craftsmanship, feasibility, and sustainability. A panel of judges from NID-AP, the development commissioner's office, APCO, and Lepakshi will select the winners. Participants are required to submit their physical souvenir samples at the nearest Lepakshi or APCO showroom by July 16. Visit or for complete competition guidelines and updates.
The Hindu
16-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
APCO and Lepakshi launch Statewide design contest from June 17
Andhra Pradesh State Handlooms' Cooperative Society (APCO) and Lepakshi have announced a State-level design competition from June 17 to reimagine traditional handicrafts and handlooms as modern souvenir products. Andhra Pradesh Handicrafts Development Corporation Limited (APHDC) Vice-Chairman and Managing Director M. Vishwa made the announcement on Monday. The competition is jointly organised by APCO and Lepakshi, in collaboration with the National Institute of Design (NID), Vijayawada. According to a press release from the Department of Handlooms and Textiles, the initiative aims to foster innovation among local weavers and artisans, while preserving the cultural identity of Andhra Pradesh. The competition invites entries in ten traditional clusters — five each in handicrafts and handlooms — including Kondapally and Etikoppaka toys, leather puppetry, wood carvings, Kalamkari block prints, Dharmavaram and Uppada silks, Mangalagiri fabric, and more. The handloom category also encourages the development of utility-based products such as scarves, ties, shawls, and waistcoats. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vishwa emphasised that the goal is to connect heritage with modern design sensibilities, offering individuals an opportunity to showcase the State's artisanal excellence on new platforms. The competition is open to all residents of the State above the age of 18, be it artisans, students, designers, or independent creators. A total of ₹5 lakh in cash prizes will be awarded to 30 winners. The entries will be selected by a panel from NID-A.P., the Development Commissioner's Office, APCO, and Lepakshi. Participants are required to submit their physical souvenir samples to the nearest Lepakshi or APCO showroom by July 16. For more competition guidelines and updates, visit and
Hans India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Hyderabad: GHMC Seizes Mangalya Shopping Mall Branch in Hyderabad for Lack of Occupancy Certificate
There is hardly anyone in the Telugu states who hasn't heard of Mangalya Shopping Mall. This shopping destination regularly attracts customers with special offers and is especially popular among women for its wide variety of collections. The mall has branches in almost every area of Hyderabad. However, the real situation came to light during inspections by GHMC Town Planning officials. On Wednesday (June 11), officials seized the multi-storey Mangalya Shopping Mall building at RTC Cross Roads in Hyderabad, which was reportedly constructed without proper permission. According to GHMC Circle 15 Town Planning officials, the building was seized due to the lack of an Occupancy Certificate. Full details about the violations are still awaited. Officials have issued warnings that strict action will be taken against any commercial establishment operating without the required approvals. Interestingly, this particular branch of Mangalya Shopping Mall — its 20th store in Hyderabad — was inaugurated by actress Keerthy Suresh in September last year. During the launch, she expressed happiness at opening the new store and mentioned that the mall offers a wide range of clothing including silk, fancy, Kanchi, Dharmavaram, Uppada silk sarees, kidswear, men's and women's ethnic wear, and special outfits for weddings and festive occasions.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Time of India
Sri Sathya Sai district cops arrest seven more in teen sexual assault case
Tirupati: Seven more persons, including a minor, were arrested on Tuesday on charges of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl in Sri Sathya Sai district. According to information the minor was illegally confined for several months by a group of men who sexually assaulted her multiple times in a village in Sri Sathya Sai district. She somehow managed to escape from the confinement and lodged a complaint with the local police station. A case was registered under various sections of the BNS Act, SC-ST Atrocities Act, Pocso Act and the IT Act. The incident sparked a public outrage and six accused were arrested on Monday. Seven more involved in the crime were arrested on Tuesday. Sri Sathya Sai district SP V Rathna told reporters that special police teams led by Dharmavaram DSP were on the lookout for the remaining accused in the case and asserted that they will also be nabbed very soon.
