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Let's hit the beach! Don't forget your favorite tunic.

It's heating up here in the Bay Area. About time to grab some shorts and sandals and hit the beach! Don't forget to pack your favorite Handloom tunic too! Our 'Bengal Border Tunic' is a perfect summer style and matches great with the hint of gold zari on our 'Royal Vine - Sea' scarf. Even our 'Brocade Breeze - Gold' wants a chance in the sun! Snag your beach accessories here: 'Bengal Border Tunic - Mint' - http://bit.ly/1ZCJjaL'Royal Vine - Sea' - http://bit.ly/1TmsosF'Brocade Breeze - Gold' - http://bit.ly/22fCDkS  

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Khadi Threatened As A Brand

Since India opened its economy in the 90s, the government seems to be repeatedly caught by surprised by the need to protect the collective intellectual property of Indian culture.   Years ago, I did a story about how a multi-national chemical company swooped in and patented the active ingredients of the neem tree. The neem tree is omni-present in every village in India and knowledge of it’s uses have been passed down through the ages. Considered sacred, every part of this amazing tree has a use. Most commonly, the twigs are used as a poor man’s tooth brush. My parents grew up using a neem twig to clean their teeth and gums every morning and you can still see small...

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