Karimnagar Silver Filigree
Karimnagar Silver Filigree – The Delicate Silver Wire Art of Telangana . Known in Telugu as vendi teega pani (work done with silver wire), this is one of India's most exquisite traditional crafts. Originating in the historic town of Elgandal (near Karimnagar, Telangana) over two centuries ago, this art form involves twisting fine, pure silver wires into intricate trellis or jali patterns to create jewellery, decorative showpieces, ritual objects, and utility ware. The craft flourished under the patronage of the Nizams of Hyderabad , who commissioned opulent pieces such as silver plates, pandhan (betel-leaf containers), and ornate trays, many of which are now preserved in the Salar Jung Mu…
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Tandur Red Gram
Tandur Red Gram: Telangana’s Premier GI‑Tagged Pulse First Agricultural GI Commodity of Telangana (Dec 2022) | Grown in Attapulgite‑Rich Black Soil | Tastes Better, Cooks Faster, Longer Shelf Life | 22–24% Protein GI awarded: December 2022 | Cultivation area: 2.28 lakh hectares (2022-23) | Production: 2.06 lakh tonnes | Productivity: 903 kg/ha | Farmer households: 63,500 | Major district: Vikarabad (57,660 ha) Tandur Red Gram (Cajanus cajan), commonly known as Tur or Arhar dal, is a distinguished variety of pigeon pea cultivated in the Tandur region of Vikarabad district, Telangana. Renowned for its superior quality, it received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in December 2022 – the first…
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Lacquer or lac bangles of Hyderabad
Lac Bangles of Hyderabad: The Glossy Heritage of Laad Bazaar GI Tagged (March 2024) | Natural Lac Resin from Kerria lacca | Qutb Shahi & Nizam Era | 4,000 Craftsmen | Exports to USA, UK, Singapore, UAE Origin: Hyderabad, Telangana | Main hub: Laad Bazaar (Charminar) | Raw material: Lac insect resin | Craft age: 400+ years | GI awarded: 2024 | Bangles adorned with stones & glass Lac (or lacquer) bangles of Hyderabad are a traditional handcrafted ornament originating in the old city of Hyderabad, India. Made from natural resin secreted by the Kerria lacca insect , these bangles are known for their vibrant colours, intricate stone and glass embellishments, and glossy finish. The craft date…
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