May 2026 Archive
Review all news stories, investigative reporting, and verified dispatches published during May 2026, indexed by calendar week.
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May 01 – May 07
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May 08 – May 14
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May 15 – May 21
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May 22 – May 28
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May 29 – May 31
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Sample Coverage from May 2026
At Anokhi Handprint Museum, Jaipur's Block-Printing Heritage Finds New Resonance in Royal Indigo Textiles
In Jaipur, the Anokhi Handprint Museum is drawing renewed attention to the technical and cultural lineage of Indian block printing through a presentation anchored by rare 19th-century royal indigo textiles. The display places historic craftsmanship in conversation with contemporary fashion discourse, underscoring how hand-printed cloth remains central to India's luxury identity.
Bundi Waistcoats and Silk Bandhgalas Define the New Summer Groom in Delhi
In New Delhi, the summer bridal market is tilting decisively toward lighter, sharper groomswear, with bundi waistcoats and silk bandhgalas emerging as the season's most sought-after silhouettes. Designers and retailers say grooms are prioritising elegance that can withstand heat, ceremony and photography alike, driving renewed interest in heritage tailoring with a contemporary finish.
Sabyasachi's Kolkata Salon Unveils Heritage Polki and Carved Tanzanite Suites in a Rare Fine-Jewellery Drop
In Kolkata, Sabyasachi has introduced a limited-edition fine-jewellery presentation that pairs old-world polki craftsmanship with sculptural carved tanzanite suites, underscoring the house's increasingly deliberate move into high jewellery as cultural heirloom. The release, shown at its Kolkata salon, reflects a broader appetite among India's luxury clientele for pieces that carry both ceremonial grandeur and investment-grade rarity.
