11th National Handloom Day Celebration Announced

The 11th National Handloom Day will be celebrated on August 7, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with President Smt. Droupadi Murmu as the Chief Guest. The event will honor outstanding weavers with the Sant Kabir and National Handloom Awards, and feature various activities including a fashion show, exhibitions, and live demonstrations. The celebration aims to highlight India's handloom heritage and promote self-reliance in the sector.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link