The saree's border and pallu are often adorned with floral or geometric motifs, a hallmark of Banarasi weaving. When in Varanasi, this saree should be at the top of your list. The silk fabric ...

Abdul Sattar, 70, operates a power loom at a workshop in Bhiwandi, India, Feb. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) 32,789 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than ...

When he arrived in Bhiwandi as a 15-year-old boy, workshops weaving cloth on the looms were thriving, providing ready jobs for many unskilled workers from far-flung villages in north India.

Taking inspiration from some, let’s embrace the detailing and timeless charm of a classic Paithani saree. Paithanis are mainly worn in the Marathi community and are made from luxury silk.