Vadodara/Ahmedabad, May 25 (IANS) Traditional handicrafts and GI-tagged products from Central Gujarat, including Ahmedabad’s Sodagari Block Print, Mata ni Pachedi and Agates of Cambay, are expected to be showcased alongside industrial investment opportunities at the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) in Vadodara later this June.The conference, scheduled for the last week of June, is being positioned as both an industrial and cultural platform for the region, with organisers hi…
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Bhubaneswar, May 21 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday expressed deep gratitude, on behalf of the people of Odisha, to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for presenting handcrafted masterpieces, a silver sailboat model and a Palm Leaf Pattachitra, to King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway during his recently concluded five-nation diplomatic tour.Taking to his X handle, CM Majhi wrote, “During his Visit to Norway, Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji once again championed India’s c…
New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The government has accelerated formalisation of unregistered enterprises through the Udyam and Udyam Assist platforms, bringing over 7.9 crore MSMEs and informal micro enterprises into the formal economy, an official statement said on Thursday.Targeted policy measures are improving access to credit, strengthening legal safeguards and enhancing ease of doing business, while digital platforms such as GeM, TReDS and SAMADHAAN are enabling better market access and faster pay…
Indore, May 9 (IANS) Indore’s Mango Jatra, held at Malwa Utsav, showcased a vibrant celebration of taste, tradition and farmer empowerment, drawing large numbers of citizens to savour the famed Hapus mangoes from Devgad and Ratnagiri. Mohan Yadav, who attended the three-day fair organised by the Marathi Social Group at the Rural Haat Bazaar complex, described the event as a symbol of national integration and farmer welfare.To support the Lok Sanskriti Manch, he announced a financial gran…
New Delhi May 8 (IANS) The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Friday said West Bengal can once again emerge as a major hub of trade, industry and employment if the state gets a transparent and investor-friendly government aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s economic vision.CAIT Secretary and BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal said the trade and industrial community in West Bengal is now witnessing renewed hope and confidence over the possibility of a BJP-led government in the state.Ac…
Shillong, May 6 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Wednesday said that tourism in the hill state can succeed only when all stakeholders work together as part of a larger ecosystem, asserting that the government is focused on building Meghalaya into a globally recognised tourism destination. Addressing the “Empowerment of Tourism Champions of Meghalaya” programme at Orchid Lake in Umiam, Sangma said tourism cannot thrive through the efforts of the government or individual sta…
Kachchh (Gujarat), April 28 (IANS) After receiving the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, Kachchh’s copper bell craft is gaining significant recognition at the international level, while demand has increased both in India and abroad, empowering artisans.Jhura village in the district is a major hub for making copper bells, where artisans have preserved this craft for generations.A copper bell is mainly made of three parts — body, cap, and handle. These bells are first shaped from iron scrap, th…
New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Calling it a transformative step for inclusive growth, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the newly signed India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will unlock wide-ranging opportunities across key segments of society, from farmers and small businesses to startups and students.In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi described the pact as a ‘landmark moment’ in bilateral ties, emphasising that it reflects the deep trust, shared values and growing …
Jammu, April 7 (IANS) A unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology is unfolding in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, benefiting over 250 families associated with bamboo craftsmanship for generations. These residents, having kept their ancestral skills alive, are now integrating modern technology into the existing practices to enhance their output.The setting up of a Common Facility Centre (CFC) by the government has come as “good support” for the artisans involved…
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has operationalised comprehensive reforms to streamline e‑commerce exports and courier-based trade, including the removal of the Rs 10 lakh value cap per courier consignment, the government said on Tuesday.The reforms, effective April 1, are expected to significantly boost exports, especially for e-commerce exporters, by allowing greater flexibility in shipment value and enabling seamless exports through the courier mod…