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India's organic food exports have faced a decline from 2020 to 2025, impacted by factors such as global market fluctuations, geopolitical tensions, and certification challenges. Key export destinations, including the USA and EU, have stringent certification requirements which have affected trade. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries is
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is actively addressing gaps in rural food supply-chain infrastructure through various schemes. These include the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for the Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI), and the PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme.
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In India, imported food products undergo rigorous scrutiny, including document checks, visual inspections, and quality testing at entry points, to ensure they adhere to local safety standards. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is responsible for monitoring compliance under the Food Safety Acts and Regulations, although it
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The Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), a central sector scheme in India, now invites applications through an Expression of Interest (EoI) process, welcoming Farmers Producing Organisation (FPOs) from across the country, including specific districts in Jharkhand. FPOs benefit from a 50% grant-in-aid for eligible project costs compared to 35%
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries in India has launched various initiatives to address the skills gap in the food processing sector. The Food Industry Capacity and Skill Initiative (FICSI) offers more than 60 NCVET-approved job roles, reflecting industry requirements in areas such as plant-based proteins and fortified foods. Through
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The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is actively implementing the Agro Processing Clusters (APC) scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) to develop modern infrastructure for setting up food processing units across India. The scheme provides grants-in-aid of 35% in general areas and 50% in the North
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The PM Vishwakarma Scheme, launched on September 17, 2023, by the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME), offers comprehensive support to artisans in 18 traditional trades. As of December 1, 2025, 30 lakh artisans have registered, and 23.09 lakh have completed training. Collaborative initiatives with digital payment
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The Government of India is taking significant steps to modernize heavy industries and boost the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector, particularly focusing on skill development and women empowerment. Multiple schemes like the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme and the recently launched 'PM Vishwakarma' and
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The Ministry of Law and Justice of India has announced the implementation of Phase-III of the eCourts Mission Mode Project with an investment of Rs 7210 crore under the National eGovernance Plan. The project aims to enhance the Indian judiciary system by digitalizing court records, employing ICT (Information and Communication
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The Ministry of Law and Justice has implemented significant measures to enhance legal access for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) by providing affordable, quality, and speedy legal services. Key initiatives include free and competent legal aid under the Legal Services Authorities Act of 1987 and training programs to raise awareness of
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The Indian government has reinforced its commitment to pro bono legal services with its Nyaya Bandhu (Pro Bono Legal Services) program, launched in 2017. This initiative connects individuals eligible for free legal aid, as defined under Section 12 of the Legal Services Authorities (LSA) Act, 1987, with volunteer pro bono
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The Indian Ministry of Development of the North Eastern Region has initiated High-Level Task Forces (HLTFs) for the North-East Economic Corridor (NEEC) to enhance the economic landscape and investment ecosystem in the region. Led by the Chief Minister of Mizoram and involving key members from Assam, Meghalaya, and Manipur, the