GST Reforms 2025: Economic Boost for Nagaland

The recent GST reforms in Nagaland, reducing rates from 12% to 5%, are set to significantly enhance the earnings of local artisans, particularly benefiting 44,000 women in the handloom sector, 13,000 bamboo and cane artisans, and 2,200 coffee growers. The reforms aim to make products more affordable, thereby promoting inclusive development and strengthening the state's economy across agriculture, handicrafts, and tourism sectors.

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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