Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh has alleged discrimination against farmers in the state over the issue of Geographical Indication (GI) tags for basmati rice and warned of a hunger strike if the state's farmers do not receive the benefits.
In a landmark move for India's agricultural diplomacy and trade, three of Karnataka's Geographical Indication (GI) tagged products--the Nanjangud Rasabale Banana, Mysore Betel Leaves, and Indi Lime--have been exported to the Maldives, stated Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industr
This is marked as a significant step towards positioning Chhattisgarh as a major hub for agricultural and processed food exports. Chhattisgarh, with its rich and diverse agri-ecosystem, offers significant export potential across a wide range of products. These include premium non-basmati ric
As part of the 'Vocal for Local' campaign and the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen promoting GI (Geographical Indication)-tagged products, linking them to cultural heritage, economic empowerment, and global recognition on Friday.
Bihar's rich agri-ecosystem is home to a diverse range of high-potential agri-produce, from Shahi Litchi, Jardalu Mango, Mithila Makhana and Magahi Pan to staple grains and a vibrant mix of fruits and vegetables. The Geographical Indication (GI) tags attached to several of these products enh
Union Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, has suggested the establishment of a 'Bharat Pavilion' in all major international and domestic fairs to enable the Plantation Boards to showcase their products collectively.
Referred to as the "Orange Bowl of Manipur," the village is celebrated not only for its thriving orange orchards but also for its long-established conservation practices that have gained national acclaim.
In a decisive move to safeguard the sanctity and intellectual property of the sacred Tirupati Laddu, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has initiated legal action against multiple unauthorized entities found selling or promoting products under the "Tirupati Laddu" name in violation of its
Encouraging local farmers to take their agricultural ventures to the next level, Mein assured that the state government is committed to supporting the farming community.
New Delhi [India], September 16: The "Sandalwood Oil" produced at Mysuru is synonymous with the special quality of andalwood oil because of which it has been recognized as a G.I. product. The Sandalwood oil produced at Mysuru is considered as "Liquid Gold", for its consistent quality & f
The event highlighted the findings from two key research projects: "Comprehensive Grain and Nutritional Quality Profiling of Non-Basmati Rice," which aimed to identify high-quality, nutrient-rich, low glycemic index (GI) rice varieties with geographical indication (GI) tags from various Indi