India-US trade deal: America's Chamber of Commerce to review the details.
The US Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday welcomed the progress of the trade deal between the United States and India, a development that American and Indian businesses have long been seeking. Commenting on the announcement, U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark congratulated both governments for moving ahead with measures aimed at reducing tariffs and non-tariff barriers. She said the steps would benefit companies and workers in both countries.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Union Budget 2026–27: Exports Take Centre Stage as Budget Pushes Jobs, Manufacturing and Global Value Chains.
The Union Budget 2026–27 places international trade and exports at the heart of India’s growth strategy, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to building a competitive, resilient, and globally integrated economy. Anchored in macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and sustained public investment, the Budget advances a comprehensive reform and investment agenda aimed at strengthening India’s position as a trusted global trading partner and accelerating progress towards the vision of Viksit Bharat.
Source: pib.gov.in
Union Budget 2026–27 historic and unprecedented': Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
Union Minister for Rural Development, and Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan today described the Union Budget 2026–27 as 'historic' and 'unprecedented', saying that it lays a strong foundation for a developed and self-reliant India under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Shri Chouhan said the Budget has been presented for the 12th time under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership and that Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman has become the first woman Finance Minister to present the Union Budget for the ninth consecutive time, which he said is a matter of immense pride for the country.
Source: pib.gov.in
High-value crop status could be the turning point for cashew sector.
With India’s raw cashew nut (RCN) production remaining at around 0.7 million tonnes (mt) per annum despite the country having a cashew processing capacity of 3 mt, the Union Government’s budget proposal to support high value crops such as cashew in coastal areas brings a ray of hope for stakeholders in the sector. In her proposal, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, 'To diversify farm outputs, increase productivity, enhance farmers’ incomes, and create new employment opportunities, we will support high value crops such as coconut, sandalwood, cocoa and cashew in our coastal areas. Agar trees in the North-East and nuts such as almonds, walnuts and pine nuts in our hilly regions will also be supported.'
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
India eyes self-sufficiency in cocoa as imports dominate domestic demand.
At a time when India depends more on imports to meet its domestic demand, the Government has come out with a proposal in the Union Budget 2026-27 to make India self-reliant in cocoa production. While presenting the budget on Sunday, the Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, announced a dedicated programme for Indian cashew and cocoa to make India self-reliant in raw cashew and cocoa production and processing, enhance export competitiveness and transform Indian cashew and Indian cocoa into premium global brands by 2030.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
India may achieve USD 2 trillion exports target by 2032: Piyush Goyal.
The target of taking India's goods and services exports to USD 2 trillion is likely to be achieved around 2032, instead of the earlier goal of 2030, due to global uncertainties, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday. He said the Covid-19 pandemic impacted the country's exports, followed by turbulence and volatility in the global trading order, adding that the volatility now appears to be gradually settling down.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Highlights of Union Budget 2026-27.
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Union Budget 2026-27 in the parliament today.
Source: pib.gov.in
A scientific–farmer–administrative coordination team to be formed in the state for agricultural development; strategies to enhance crop diversification and productivity to be implemented.
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, while addressing a state-level review meeting followed by a press interaction in Raipur today, said that Chhattisgarh is making remarkable progress in the fields of agriculture and rural development. He informed that a joint team comprising scientists, farmers, and officials from the Central and State governments will be constituted this week to develop strategies for crop diversification and enhancement of productivity in line with local agro-climatic conditions. Along with this, integrated farming systems and programmes to create diversified income sources for small and marginal farmers will be implemented across the state.
Source: pib.gov.in
Rabi sowing in India shows robust growth with 18.24 lakh hectare increase.
The Government of India’s latest data on the Rabi sowing season reveals a healthy and steady expansion in crop coverage across the country, reinforcing positive signs for the upcoming harvest season. As of 23 January 2026, the total progressive area covered under Rabi crops stood at 660.48 lakh hectares, reflecting an increase of 18.24 lakh hectares compared with the corresponding period last year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare.
Source: fnbnews.com
Red ant chutney: From tribal staple to GI-tagged superfood.
Long before food festivals and luxury hotels discovered it, Kai Chutney was an everyday food of survival for tribal communities in Odisha. Made from red ants, this fiery chutney has traditionally been consumed as a source of strength, immunity and sustenance in forested regions.
Source: newskarnataka.com