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APEDA’s financial assistance schemes boost 47% surge in fruit and vegetable exports

APEDA’s financial assistance schemes boost 47% surge in fruit and vegetable exports

In FY 2023-24, India’s exports of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables reached 123 countries The Department of Commerce through Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) provides financial assistance to its member exporters of

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Union Budget 2025: New framework for sustainable development of fisheries

Union Budget 2025: New framework for sustainable development of fisheries

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the importance of unlocking the potential of India’s marine sector. She announced that the government will introduce a framework for

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Union Budget 2025: Strengthen Sashakt Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 programs

Union Budget 2025: Strengthen Sashakt Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 programs

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman underscored investment as the third engine of growth, focusing on people, the economy, and innovation. To support people, the government is

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Union Budget 2025: New National Institute of Food Technology in Bihar

Union Budget 2025: New National Institute of Food Technology in Bihar

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised the government's commitment to strengthening food processing as part of its efforts to empower the poor. A National Institute of

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Union Budget 2025: KCC loan limit increased

Union Budget 2025: KCC loan limit increased

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that Kisan Credit Cards (KCC) will continue to support 7.7 crore farmers, fishermen, and dairy farmers with short-term loans. Furthermore,

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Union Budget 2025: Makhana Board in Bihar

Union Budget 2025: Makhana Board in Bihar

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman announced the creation of a Makhana Board in Bihar, describing it as a unique opportunity for the state. The board will

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Union Budget 2025: Six-year mission to achieve self-sufficiency in pulse production

Union Budget 2025: Six-year mission to achieve self-sufficiency in pulse production

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a six-year mission to achieve self-sufficiency in pulse production, emphasising tur, urad and masoor. Central agencies like NAFED and NCCF

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Union Budget 2025: Comprehensive program focused on vegetables and fruits

Union Budget 2025: Comprehensive program focused on vegetables and fruits

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised a comprehensive program focused on vegetables and fruits, recognising the increasing awareness among the population regarding their nutritional needs. This

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Union Budget 2025: FM announces Prime Minister Dhandhany Krushi Yojna

Union Budget 2025: FM announces Prime Minister Dhandhany Krushi Yojna

This initiative will target 100 districts with low productivity, moderate crop intensity, and below-average credit parameters Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the Prime Minister Dhandhany Krushi Yojna, which includes specific proposals primarily focusing on

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India’s sugar export move sparks global reactions                

India’s sugar export move sparks global reactions                

The government’s decision comes after evaluating domestic sugar availability to ensure price stability India’s recent decision to permit the export of one million tonnes (MT) of sugar for the 2024-25 season has elicited mixed reactions