From Darjeeling tea to Roquefort cheese, Geographical Indications (GIs) have become potent symbols of cultural heritage and economic clout. But what exactly are they, and why do they spark international debates like the recent India-Bangladesh dispute over Tangail sarees?
Originating from the Tangail district in Bangladesh, Tangail saris have been a part of our cultural heritage for ages. However, West Bengal has been awarded the geographical indication (GI) tag for Tangail saris a decision that has stirred up a considerable amount of debate and concern. On 1 February, 2024, India’s Ministry of Culture wrote in a post on Facebook, “The
Dr Rumman Chowdhury, a Bangladeshi-origin Bengali American data scientist, has been named in the TIME 100 AI list, a prestigious recognition that honours her significant contributions to the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). With a career that intersects data science and social science, Dr Chowdhury has been a leading voice in applied algorithmic ethics, a burgeoning
Kancha Golla, a popular sweet item made in the northwestern district of Natore, has secured recognition as a product with geographical indication (GI) from the Department of Patent, Industrial Design and Trade Mark (DPDT).