Launch of 'Know Your Weaves' Campaign by Ministry of Textiles

The Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has launched the 'Know Your Weaves Campaign 2025', a week-long celebration from August 1st to August 7th, 2025, at the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy in New Delhi. Inaugurated by Secretary Neelam Shami Rao, the campaign aims to promote awareness of India's diverse handloom weaving traditions, featuring exhibitions, workshops, and youth engagement programs. The event serves as a precursor to National Handloom Day on August 7, showcasing various iconic weaves and fostering pride in India's textile heritage.

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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