tradition sarees

In conversation with Gobinda Basak: A life woven in crafts

Preserve Bangladesh's rich heritage in Tangail by supporting handloom weavers like Gobinda Basak, who struggle against modern power looms, surging yarn costs, and digital market disconnects while reinventing classic sarees into modern fashion.
14 September 2026

Weavers and the human cost of Tangail tant

Struggling Tangail saree handloom artisans in Pathrail face rising material costs, market delays, and heavy mahajan debts. Sustainable credit access and yarn support are essential to preserve Bangladesh’s vital cultural weaving heritage for future generations.
13 September 2026

The untold story of Jamdani

In the early hours of every Friday near the Demra Staff Quarter on the outskirts of Dhaka, a market comes alive with a frenzy of activities. This is a traditional haat, a place where a large number of saris and Jamdani fabrics are available at wholesale
14 June 2016