The tradition of making Pashmina shawls dates back several centuries. Historical records trace the craft to the 3rd century BC when Kashmiri artisans first began creating these exquisite pieces ...

His comments came amid criticism from PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, who alleged there was a proposal to hike the tax on shawls which would 'finish' the Kashmir valley's famed craft.

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday (December 21, 2024) said his government will ensure that famed Pashmina shawls were not considered in the higher slabs of Goods and Services Tax (GST ...