State to strengthen handloom, handicraft sector through branding and outreach :MP CM

December 28, 2025 10:31 AM

State to strengthen handloom, handicraft sector through branding and outreach :MP CM

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has issued detailed directives to enhance the visibility and sales of Madhya Pradesh’s handloom and handicraft products, with a focus on preserving cultural heritage, empowering artisans and strengthening the rural economy. Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Department of Cottage and Village Industries on Saturday, the Chief Minister stressed the need to showcase products of state-owned brands such as Mrignayani, Vindhya Valley, Kabira and Prakrit at MP Tou...

Invest in India, Invest in Uttar Pradesh: PM Modi at UP International Trade Show 2025

September 25, 2025 2:54 PM

Invest in India, Invest in Uttar Pradesh: PM Modi at UP International Trade Show 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 (UPITS-2025) in Greater Noida, emphasising India’s growth trajectory, reforms, and the need for self-reliance in research, manufacturing, and trade. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of research, stating, “Investment in this domain must increase manifold. Private investment in research is now imperative, and we must create a comprehensive ecosystem for i...

GST reforms to help textiles sector reach $350 billion by 2030: Govt

September 5, 2025 12:37 PM

GST reforms to help textiles sector reach $350 billion by 2030: Govt

The next-generation GST reforms mark a historic leap forward for India’s textile sector, serving as a catalyst for the country’s journey towards becoming a $350 billion textile economy by 2030, the government has said. The Ministry of Textiles reaffirmed its commitment to work closely with industry stakeholders, exporters, artisans, and entrepreneurs to ensure the smooth implementation of these reforms. According to the ministry, the landmark measures are expected to reduce costs, remove s...

PM Modi presents handcrafted Indian artefacts to Ghanaian leaders on historic visit

July 3, 2025 8:50 PM

PM Modi presents handcrafted Indian artefacts to Ghanaian leaders on historic visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his two-day visit to Ghana on Thursday by gifting handcrafted artefacts to the country’s top leaders, underlining India’s rich craft traditions and centuries-old artisanal legacy. The Prime Minister gifted Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama a pair of Bidriware vases from Bidar, Karnataka. Crafted by skilled artisans using a centuries-old technique, the vases feature a zinc-copper alloy base with a distinctive black finish and fine silver inlay. En...