Marcha Chura Demand Soars Post GI Tag, Prices Rise
West Champaran's aromatic Marcha Chura sees a price surge & national demand spike after its GI tag. Discover how this Makar Sankranti staple is transforming local farming. Read more!
West Champaran's aromatic Marcha Chura sees a price surge & national demand spike after its GI tag. Discover how this Makar Sankranti staple is transforming local farming. Read more!
Explore the unique taste of Pahala rasgulla, its distinction from Bengal's rosogolla, and the story behind Odisha's sweet legacy that transcends the famous GI tag controversy. Discover why some flavours are meant to be remembered, not replicated.
Meerut's iconic winter sweets, Gajak and Rewri, receive the Geographical Indication tag. This protects authenticity, aids 10,000 livelihoods, and gives a global identity to the 121-year-old tradition. Discover the sweet story!
Discover the six unique Indian food items, including Bengali sweets and Tamil Nadu jaggery, that earned the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2025. Learn their history and significance.
Commercial LPG cylinder prices hiked by Rs 111 on New Year's Day. Meanwhile, Piped Natural Gas (PNG) becomes cheaper in Delhi-NCR. Get the latest updates on fuel prices.
Jey Uso capped 2025 with WWE Tag Team gold, but his year was marred by rumors linking him to NXT's Jaida Parker. Explore the full story of his turbulent journey.
Meghalaya's Ryndia fabric GI tag hailed as a 2025 success story. India's silk production surges 55%, empowering farmers & women. Explore the textile revolution.
The final WWE RAW of 2025 airs Dec 29 from Orlando. CM Punk, Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch star. Two title matches announced. Check India timings & how to watch on Netflix.
PM Modi highlights Narasapuram's crochet lace, a GI-tagged craft empowering lakhs of women. Union Minister Sitharaman inaugurates an AI skill hub in Andhra Pradesh to boost rural employment.
South Africa's cricket team has finally shed its 'chokers' tag. Explore their journey from the 1999 World Cup heartbreak to winning the 2024 World Test Championship and a historic series win in India.
Samastipur's Rajendra Sonia turmeric, with 7-8% curcumin, may soon get a GI tag, surpassing Meghalaya's Lakadong. A new policy paper outlines Bihar's strategy to boost production and tap into India's booming turmeric economy.
India gears up for a landmark 2025, celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela. Explore the full schedule of cultural milestones.
Women in Chamba are breaking tradition by mastering the iconic Thal carving, aiming for financial independence and helping the district shed its 'aspirational' status. Read their inspiring journey.
YEIDA initiates a feasibility study for a biodiversity park near Dhanauri wetland, ensuring the core marshland remains untouched. The plan focuses on eco-tourism and conservation. Read more.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation's proposal to designate Krishna Hospital Road as commercial has residents protesting over parking chaos and safety. Read the full story.
New Zealand agrees to amend laws for GI registration of Indian goods, including beyond wines & spirits, as part of concluded FTA. Implementation expected in 7-8 months.
Andhra Pradesh's Ponduru Khadi, admired by Mahatma Gandhi, finally receives a GI tag. This recognition promises protection, fair prices, and global respect for its traditional weavers. Discover the century-old craft's journey.
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita reveals Rs 8.38 crore aid to 6,572 weavers in Cuttack & Bargarh. Details on training, Mudra loans, GI push & new PM Mitra parks.
Karnataka's GI-tagged lemon, famed for thin rind & high juice, exported to Oman. First shipment of 3 tonnes sent after India-Oman free trade agreement. Read more.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals a biodiversity tag protecting 371 trees on railway land in Bengaluru was withdrawn due to legal restrictions. Read about the implications for the city's green cover.
Telangana's unique Siddipet Batik paintings, depicting rural life, are in the race for a Geographical Indication tag. Learn about this art form's journey and its special techniques. Read more!
Prime Minister Modi's gift of an Agra marble chess set to President Putin has ignited hopes for a GI tag and global recognition for the city's skilled artisans. Read more.
Konkan farmers protest Gujarat's bid for a GI tag for Valsad Alphonso, fearing it will dilute the legacy of the famed Maharashtrian Hapus. Read about the political clash and market realities.
PM Modi gifted President Putin curated Indian treasures during the 23rd India-Russia Summit. Explore the symbolic Assam tea, Kashmiri saffron, silver crafts & Russian Bhagavad Gita that strengthened bilateral ties.
UP govt abandons Ramsar tag for Dhanauri wetland near Noida airport, opts for a 112-hectare biodiversity park. Core wetland to be preserved, but construction ban avoided. Read the full story.
A Chinese menswear company faces backlash over a care label telling customers to 'give it to your beloved woman'. The brand has now issued an apology. Read the full story here.
A new research paper argues Vadodara's iconic snacks lilo chevdo and sev usal deserve Geographical Indication (GI) status as cultural heritage assets. Learn why and what it means for Gujarat.
Darjeeling's famed Mandarin Orange receives the Geographical Indication tag, protecting its unique identity and boosting prospects for local farmers in West Bengal. Discover what this means for the region's economy.
Amritsar MLA Ajay Gupta welcomes holy city tag, announces massive Rs 41 crore road development project to improve infrastructure and connectivity.
Goa's iconic dessert bebinca receives philatelic tribute two years after GI tag recognition. Special cover to be unveiled at GOAPEX 2025 exhibition in Panaji.