Ministry of Textiles Announces Support for Handloom Sector

The Ministry of Textiles has disclosed a range of financial assistance measures under the National Handloom Development Programme to support handloom weavers and organisations across India. This includes Concessional Credit schemes, Hathkargha Samvardhan Sahayata for loom upgradation, cost-sharing for worksheds and lighting units, and subsidies under the Raw Material Supply Scheme.

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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