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…
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Guwahati, March 3 (IANS) Assam has achieved a major milestone in agri-exports with the first-ever shipment of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong fresh ginger to London, marking a historic moment for the state’s agricultural sector, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday. In a post on social media platform X, the Chief Minister described the development as a proud step for Assam’s farmers and a sign of the state’s expanding presence in international agricultural markets.He said the export …
Guwahati, March 3 (IANS) Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday highlighted Assam’s dominant position in India’s silk sector, stating that the State accounts for nearly 90 per cent of the country’s Muga silk production and around 65 per cent of Eri silk output, making it the global hub of these indigenous silks.In a post on social media platform X, Sarma said that Assam’s Muga and Eri silk industries play a crucial role in sustaining rural livelihoods, strengthening the State’s ag…
Azamgarh (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 11 (IANS) Under the various self-employment schemes being implemented by the double-engine government at the Centre and in Uttar Pradesh, Nizamabad in Azamgarh district is carving out a distinct identity through the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, with its famed black pottery gaining recognition both nationally and internationally. Once on the verge of extinction, the traditional craft of black pottery has witnessed a revival over the past few years. In …
New Delhi, Feb 10 (IANS) India has been designated as the ‘Country of the Year’ at ‘BIOFACH 2026’, the world’s leading trade fair for organic products, scheduled to be held from February 10-13 at Nuremberg in Germany, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is organising India’s participation at ‘BIOFACH 2026’ with a prominent and high-impact presence.India’s participation marks a significant sca…
Chennai, Feb 2 (IANS) A surplus harvest this season has triggered a sharp fall in shallot prices in Perambalur district, pushing many farmers into distress as procurement rates have dropped to as low as Rs 10 per kg, compared to Rs 30- Rs 40 during the same period last year. Growers said the mismatch between supply and demand has left them with little choice but to sell their produce at “throwaway” prices or store it in the hope of a price recovery.Farmers have urged the district administrat…
Jaipur, Jan 26 (IANS) Rajasthan’s tableau emerged as one of the major attractions at the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path in Delhi on Monday, as the nation celebrated its 77th Republic Day.Based on the globally renowned Usta art of Bikaner, the tableau captivated spectators with its exceptional craftsmanship, cultural richness, and vibrant visual presentation.The front section of the tableau featured a 180-degree rotating statue of an artist playing the Ravanahatta, one of Rajasthan’s olde…
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Assam’s tableau rolled down Kartavya Path in the national capital on Monday as part of the 77th Republic Day celebrations, showcasing the rich terracotta legacy of Asharikandi, a renowned craft village in Dhubri district. Centred on the state’s traditional terracotta art, the tableau offered a vibrant visual narrative of Assam’s cultural heritage, craftsmanship and riverine way of life.Nodal Officer Bikram Newar and officials from the Cultural Affairs Department, G…
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) From the ‘Startup India’ initiative turning 10 to trade talks, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday highlighted some of the key happenings in the last two weeks which made headlines globally.‘Startup India’ marked 10 years of its journey with a headline event in Delhi on January 16, graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with participation from startup founders, innovators, and young entrepreneurs.“Marked as the National Startup Day, the res…
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) Assam’s Republic Day tableau this year will shine a national spotlight on Asharikandi, a renowned terracotta craft village in Dhubri district, celebrating the state’s rich riverine culture and the spirit of self-reliance rooted in traditional livelihoods. The tableau was previewed for media persons on Thursday at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp in the national capital in the presence of Nodal Officer Bikram Newar and officials of the Cultural Affairs Department, Governm…