Union Budget 2026-27: Enhancing India's Textile Value Chain

The Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes strengthening the textile sector through several initiatives aimed at increasing employment, exports, and sustainable manufacturing. Key measures include infrastructure development with Mega Textile Parks, support for MSMEs through liquidity flows, and skills enhancement initiatives like Samarth 2.0. Export growth and improved market conditions are expected to bolster the sector's contributions to the economy. Additionally, the budget introduces comprehensive policy frameworks to boost competitiveness and sustainability across the textile value chain.

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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