Himanta Biswa Sarma calls GI-tagged Tezpur litchis a ’10/10′ summer fruit; expert weighs in.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently praised Assam’s famous GI-tagged Tezpur litchis in a post on X. Sharing his love for the seasonal fruit, he wrote, 'Assam’s GI-tagged Tezpur Litchis are a 10/10. Highly recommend it to beat the heat.' Known for their sweetness, aroma and juicy texture, Tezpur litchis were bestowed with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2015, becoming one of Assam’s most celebrated seasonal fruits. But beyond their flavour, they are believed to provide several important nutrients during peak summer months.
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'The Middle East continues to be the strongest market for Indian pomegranates'.
The Indian table grape season has come to an end, and overall exports were lower than last year, says Sumit Bhujbal, business development manager of Indian fresh produce exporter Shubham Enterprises: 'India's table grape season closed with lower export volumes and firmer prices, as reduced crop availability and logistical disruptions reshaped trading patterns across key international markets. The total grape exports for the season are estimated at around 172,560 metric tons, lower than previous years, after adverse weather conditions impacted the yield in several growing regions. Tight supply kept prices elevated throughout the season, with green table grapes trading above USD 1.35/kg, red grapes around USD 1.65/kg, and black grapes close to USD 2/kg; roughly 15 to 20 per cent higher than last year's levels.'
Source: freshplaza.com
Dhiwarwadi Citrus Estate, lifeline for orange growers.
Citrus Estate, Dhiwarwadi in the famed Katol-Narkhed orange belt of Nagpur district has emerged as a model institution for quality sapling production alongside encouraging mechanised farming through support mechanism and undertaking farmer training initiatives. The centre, that has evolved through modern technology, has proven to be boon for orange orchards, as cultivation of mother saplings has bridged the supply gap.
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Quad agenda set in motion: India, Japan align on Indo-Pacific strategy ahead of key meet.
Japanese Foreign Minsiter Toshimitsu Motegi's visit to India saw discussions held on deepening the bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation on several international issues. Motegi and Jaishankar held bilateral-level delegation talks here in the national capital on Monday.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Piyush Goyal says India, Canada aim to seal CEPA by year-end; target $50 billion trade by 2030.
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said India and Canada are working to conclude negotiations for the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of this year, as both countries seek to reset bilateral ties and significantly expand economic cooperation. Speaking during his three-day visit to Ottawa, Goyal said New Delhi and Ottawa were also targeting a sharp increase in bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 from current levels, following renewed political engagement between the two countries.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
India emerges as Sri Lanka's second-largest export destination.
India has surpassed the UK to emerge as Sri Lanka's second-largest export market in January-April this year, the Export Development Board said here today. The US remains the island country's largest export market.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Australian FM Penny Wong to visit India for Quad FMM.
Foreign Minister of Australia, Penny Wong, announced that she will visit India to participate in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting and hold the Australia-India Foreign Ministers' Framework Dialogue. Wong said, 'In these uncertain times, the Quad is a vital partnership - four nations working together to shape a peaceful, stable and prosperous future for the Indo-Pacific region. Together, Australia, India, Japan and the United States are delivering concrete outcomes on shared interests including maritime security, critical minerals supply, infrastructure development and disaster relief.'
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
India’s Q4 GDP growth seen at 7.3% amid Iran war tensions.
The Indian economy likely closed FY26 on a strong note, with growth in the March quarter bolstered by robust domestic demand, agricultural activity, and services despite the worsening impact of the Iran war later in the three-month period, according to an ET poll of economists.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Telangana to procure jowar, sunflower at MSP.
With market prices for jowar and sunflower dipping below the Minimum Support Price (MSP), the Telangana government has stepped in to procure both commodities. The government has expanded maize procurement by approving an additional bank guarantee of Rs. 1,867.77 crore, bringing the total expenditure for this season to nearly Rs. 6,000 crore.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s Book 'Apnapan' to be Released on May 26 in New Delhi.
The newly published book 'Apnapan' authored by Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will be formally launched on May 26, 2026, at Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi. The book will be released by former Vice President of India Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu in the august presence of former Prime Minister of India Shri H. D. Deve Gowda. The event will be attended by several Union Ministers, Governors, Chief Ministers from various states, distinguished social leaders, eminent writers and senior journalists.
Source: pib.gov.in