GST
The recent GST rate cuts to 5% or nil on various products will significantly benefit Tamil Nadu by lowering consumer prices by 6-11%. Traditional sectors like textiles and handicrafts will gain competitiveness, while large industries in automobiles, renewable energy, and electronics will experience reduced input costs. This reform is expected
Fisheries
Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Union Secretary of Fisheries, visited Kochi to assess the ICAR-CIFT's operations and emphasized the need for modern technologies in fish processing and value addition. He called for a roadmap to enhance post-harvest management and the fisheries value chain. The visit included discussions with fishermen and
India
A high-level Indian delegation led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi visited Iceland to enhance cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture. The discussions focused on zero-waste interventions, technology transfer, and investment opportunities to strengthen India's blue economy. Key areas for future collaboration include establishing fisheries clusters, deep-sea fishing technologies, and promoting
Aquaculture
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying has initiated the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY) to support aquaculture insurance for farmers. The scheme, with a budget of ₹6000 crore, offers a 40% premium incentive for insurance purchases, with additional benefits for SC/ST and women farmers. The
Fisheries
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) with an investment of Rs. 20050 crore to enhance the fisheries sector and support traditional fishers. The scheme includes measures for sustainable fishing, habitat conservation, and the development of climate-resilient coastal villages. A
Fisheries
Union Minister for Fisheries, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, emphasized the need for West Bengal to improve the registration of fish farmers with the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP) during a Regional Review Meeting in Kolkata. He highlighted the low registration rates among the state's 32 lakh fish farmers,
iGOT Karmayogi
On August 1, 2025, Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh chaired a review meeting on the iGOT Karmayogi platform, focusing on digital skill development in the fisheries sector. The meeting highlighted the platform's success in onboarding personnel and discussed improvements in usability, course offerings, and hybrid learning models.
Fisheries
The Coastal States Fisheries Meet 2025, held on April 28, 2025, in Mumbai, saw the inauguration of key projects for seven Coastal States and Union Territories with a total investment of Rs. 255 crores under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). The Department of Fisheries is implementing a National
Fisheries
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana' (PMMSY) with an investment of Rs. 20,050 crore from 2020-21 to 2025-26. This initiative aims to develop fisheries infrastructure, including fishing harbours, landing centers, and wholesale markets, to promote sustainable fisheries
PMMSY
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana' (PMMSY) with an investment of Rs. 20,050 crore to enhance the welfare of fishermen and fish farmers in India. The scheme includes various welfare activities such as insurance coverage, livelihood support
India
India and the Maldives have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance collaboration in fisheries and aquaculture. This agreement aims to promote sustainable fisheries, strengthen aquaculture, and support innovation and research. Key areas include value chain development, mariculture, trade facilitation, and capacity building. The Maldives will improve its fish processing
Fisheries
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana' (PMMSY) to promote sustainable fisheries development and provide social security to fishermen. The scheme, with an investment of Rs.20,050 crore, offers group accidental insurance coverage for marine and inland fishermen,