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11 Mar, 2025 News Image Scientists race to document Savanur betel leaf for GI tag.
Scientists are pursuing a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the distinctive Savanur betel leaf. However, they face challenges due to insufficient historical records. Horticultural researchers are gathering necessary documentation to support their application. The cultivation of betel leaves in Savanur taluk covers 400 hectares, with its history traced to the 17th century during the Savanur Nawa's reign.
 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image Resumption of broken rice exports to boost growth in west Africa, Indonesia markets.
The government’s move to lift the ban on broken rice exports — the last of the restrictions on the shipments of the grain — is likely to aid market expansion in west African countries, including Gambia, Benin and Senegal, and Indonesia in the next fiscal, according to exporters. They said that prior to the ban, which was imposed in September 2022, India used to ship 1-2 million tonne (MT) annually. Since then, it had ceded the market to Vietnam, Thailand and Pakistan.
 Source:  financialexpress.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image NZ PM Luxon to visit India on March 16-20 to boost trade, ties.
At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, New Zealand’s Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, will embark on an official visit to India from March 16 to 20. This visit marks Luxon’s first trip to India in his current capacity and is expected to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.
 Source:  newindian.in
11 Mar, 2025 News Image Mauritius can be used as a gateway by Indian investors for Africa, says country's Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful.
Noting that Mauritius has a special bond with India and a very long historical relationship, country's Foreign Affairs Minister Dhananjay Ramful has said that preparations are 'unique and special' for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to the country and Indian investors can use Mauritius 'as a gateway to Africa'.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare releases Second Advance Estimates of Production of major agricultural crops (Kharif & Rabi) for 2024-25.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has released Second Advance Estimates of production of Major Agricultural Crops (Kharif & Rabi) for the year 2024-25. Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, while approving and releasing the data on major agricultural crops, stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Central Government is continuously working towards the development of agricultural sector. He highlighted that the Ministry of Agriculture is providing assistance and encouragement to farmers through various schemes, resulting in a record increase in agricultural crop production.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
11 Mar, 2025 News Image Want to consolidate trade ties with India: Italian Agriculture Minister.
Italian Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida has called for the consolidation of reciprocal trade relations with India, highlighting the very strong relationship between the two governments. His remarks came against the backdrop of the two-day 'Vinitaly' trade promotion fair India Roadshow that began on Saturday.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image US pushes for grand trade pact with India, wants access to agri market.
The US on Friday pitched for a macro, large and grand trade agreement with India, and not ‘product-by-product’ arrangement, to boost bilateral ties between the two countries. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said India needed to open its agriculture market, emphasising it could not be 'off the table' when the country was negotiating with its largest trading partner.
 Source:  tribuneindia.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image New Delhi considers restoring High Commissioner to Canada to reset ties.
The government is considering restoring its High Commissioner to Canada, sources said, in signs that the exit of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau from office could signal a thaw in bilateral ties that have been virtually frozen since 2023 over the Nijjar case. Canadian Security Intelligence Service’s (CSIS) chief Daniel Rogers is also set to visit India next week to attend a meeting of intelligence chiefs hosted by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS).
 Source:  thehindu.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image India uses mango diplomacy to strengthen U.S. trade ties.
India has long used mangoes as a diplomatic tool, a practice that dates back to the 1950s when Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru gifted mangoes to foreign dignitaries. One notable moment came in 1955 when Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai, known for his reserved demeanor, reportedly softened after tasting a mango from Nehru. 'His beetling brow relaxed, his lips rippled into a smile,' a contemporary report noted. This moment underscored the power of cultural diplomacy, using a simple fruit to build goodwill between nations.
 Source:  freshplaza.com
11 Mar, 2025 News Image India readies terms of reference for bilateral trade pact with US.
India has started working on the terms of reference (ToR) for a potential bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US as the two sides aim to conclude the first tranche of negotiations by fall this year. The terms of reference would detail the purpose and structure of the negotiations. The commerce and industry ministry has also sought wish lists of various industries and tariff concessions they expect from Washington under the pact. 'Inputs have been sought from various stakeholders as both sides aim to increase exports,' said an official.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com