Rs 3,600 crore business enquiries at 5-day handicraft fairOver 7,300 buyers participated in the 62nd IHGF Delhi Fair held from October 13 to 17. Business enquiries at the fair totaled Rs 3,600 cror...
NABARD Supports 21-Day Livelihood and Enterprise Development Programme for 60 SHG Women in DelhiThe programme aims to empower SHG women by enhancing their skills, promoting entrepreneurship and creating sustainable livelihood opportuni...
India's trade deficit widens to $30.21 billion in September despite 23% jump in exportsIn September, India's merchandise trade deficit expanded to $30.21 billion from $26.86 billion in August. Exports experienced a notable boo...
Overseas buyers from 100 countries to engage with 3,000 exhibitors at 62ndIHGF Delhi Fair this weekIndia’s handicraft sector is looking to strengthen its global reach as the 62nd IHGF Delhi Fair brings together over 3,000 exhibitors and b...
Zubin Karkaria says VFS Global may launch ‘Study in India’ product to attract international studentsIndia is experiencing significant growth in its Travel and Tourism sector, driven by a rapid economy. The World Travel and Tourism Council ...
Less than 8% of India’s national highways are now narrower than two lanes: High-speed corridors grow 12 times as government plans 51,000 km of faster roadsIndia’s national highway network is undergoing a major shift, with roads narrower than two lanes now accounting for just 8% of the total ne...
Apples, cherries, dry fruits & handicrafts from Kashmir to reach Delhi & Mumbai faster? How Chenab Rail Bridge, Anji Khad Bridge & 272-km all-weather rail link are changing trade & travelThe Chenab Rail Bridge and Anji Khad Bridge have strengthened rail connectivity between Kashmir and the rest of India through the 272-km Ud...
Next-gen GST reforms: Single registration, easier input tax credit among key MSME demandsThe 57th GST Council meeting, now slated for October 8, 2026 (Thursday), is likely to consider several proposals aimed at easing the compli...
Anarchy, Mafia rule no longer UP's identity, says Yogi Adityanath, hails Bhadohi's carpet exportsUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the International Carpet Fair celebrating the state's economic progress since 2017. ...
Khadi over the decades: How Gandhi’s fabric found a new lifeKhadi remains an important symbol of India's independence and has significantly grown as a commercial entity. The sales and production of k...
Mizoram’s Anthurium Festival returns, bringing flowers, adventure and Mizo heritage together in a new tourism experiencePresented by Mizoram Tourism in association with the Department of Horticulture, Government of Mizoram, the festival, being held from Octob...
From farm to classroom: Mahatma Gandhi’s vision for basic education and future of agricultural learningThe objective is not merely to prepare agriculture graduates as job seekers, but to equip them with the skills to solve problems, innovate ...
Bharatiya Kisan Sangh to hold women farmers' conference on September 30Thousands of women farmer workers from all states across the country will participate.
Rajasthan engages its diaspora in Guwahati, showcases opportunities for growth, enterprise and developmentRajasthan has stepped up outreach to its diaspora ahead of Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas 2026, using a Guwahati meet to showcase investment oppo...
Textiles ministry plans 5,000-10,000 new exporters in 2-3 yearsThe textiles ministry plans to identify 5,000-10,000 new exporters across districts over the next 2-3 years to boost India’s global textile...
Mizoram opens 2026 festival season with first ‘Pluck & Pay’ Festival, putting communities at heart of tourism economyThe three-day programme brings together traditional Mizo music and dance, local cuisine, handicrafts, cultural performances, Mizo recreatio...
J&K: Authorities on toes as demand for GI-tagged Pashmina shawls risesDemand for Kashmir Pashmina GI tagging is surging, with a significant certification backlog. The Srinagar laboratory conducts about 150 cer...