New Delhi: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), functioning under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), continues to play a central role in strengthening India’s traditional Khadi sector through targeted financial assistance, infrastructure support, and aggressive market expansion initiatives. The government has reiterated that the…
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Decoding Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget Sarees: 2026 Signals
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026–27 on February 1, public attention once again extends beyond fiscal numbers to a quieter but consistent statement her saree. Over the past nine years, Sitharaman’s Budget Day attire has evolved into a symbolic blend of economic messaging, cultural…
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Scindia Lays Foundation Stone of ₹80 Cr Agarwood Scheme in Tripura
Agartala: Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and Communications, Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Saturday laid the foundation stone of the ₹80 crore Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme at North Fulkabari in Tripura, marking a major step towards transforming the Northeast’s agarwood economy into a global success story….
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Blue Economy Future: Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair): The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are set to emerge as a major hub of India’s Blue Economy, with the government placing strong emphasis on harnessing marine resources through science, technology and biotechnology, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Friday. The Union Minister of State…
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FDDI Foundation Day Highlights Innovation & Skill Development
The Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI), an Institution of National Importance under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, celebrated its Foundation Day with a grand Industry Conclave. The event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, alumni, academicians, students, and key partners…
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National Traders’ Welfare Board Reviews Retail Sector Reforms
New Delhi: The 8th Meeting of the National Traders’ Welfare Board (NTWB) convened at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, with Shri Sunil J. Singhi presiding as Chairperson. The meeting focused on initiatives to strengthen India’s retail trade sector, enhance trader welfare, and encourage adoption of digital and local commerce strategies. Shri…
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Two Major Interventions Launched to Boost MSME Exports
In a significant push to enhance India’s export competitiveness, the Government of India has launched two major financial interventions aimed at strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) under the Export Promotion Mission. Introduced as part of the NIRYAT PROTSAHAN sub-scheme, the measures focus on reducing the cost of export…
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Year-End Review 2025: MSME Ministry’s Landmark Achievements
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) marked an exceptional year in 2025 with record-setting achievements across registrations, credit accessibility, skill development, and market expansion. The Ministry’s efforts strengthened industrial growth, formalized informal enterprises, and promoted heritage-based industries, aligning with the vision of ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Atmanirbhar…
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National Handicrafts Week 2025 Wraps with Kamladevi Talk
The celebrations of National Handicrafts Week 2025 concluded in New Delhi with the launch of the first-ever Kamladevi Chattopadhyay Craft Lecture Series, marking a significant moment for India’s craft sector. The inaugural lecture, themed “Handmade for Gen-Next,” was delivered by renowned designer and Padma Bhushan awardee Shri Rajeev Sethi at…
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Giriraj Singh Inaugurates ‘Crafted for the Future’ Exhibition
Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh on Friday inaugurated ‘Crafted for the Future’, a national-level exhibition at the National Craft Museum in New Delhi, underscoring the enduring relevance of India’s traditional crafts in a rapidly changing, sustainability-focused world. The exhibition, organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts)…