New Delhi, February 23, 2026: Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh on Monday inaugurated the Special Handloom Expo at Handloom Haat, Janpath, while presiding over the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC), reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening India’s traditional weaving sector. The event witnessed…
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SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026 Empowers 900 Women
The SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026 has transformed Gurugram’s Leisure Valley Park into a vibrant showcase of rural enterprise, bringing together more than 900 women entrepreneurs from 28 states under one roof. Organised as a national-level fair from February 10 to 26, the event highlights the growing strength of Self-Help Groups…
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APEDA Flags Off First GI-Tagged Salem Sago Export to Canada
In a significant boost to India’s agri-exports, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the first direct export of GI-tagged Salem Sago from Tamil Nadu to Canada. The 0.5 metric tonne consignment was shipped from Salem by the GI Authorised User Society, marking a milestone…
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India Named Country of the Year at BIOFACH 2026 Germany
India has been designated as the Country of the Year at BIOFACH 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for organic food and agriculture, scheduled to be held from February 10 to 13, 2026, at Nuremberg, Germany. The recognition places India at the global centre of discussions on organic farming, sustainability…
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KVIC Schemes Boost Khadi Artisans’ Income, Market Reach
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…