The upcoming Rs.76,220-crore Vadhavan port, for which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, will play a 'crucial role' in the proposed India–Middle East–Europe Corridor (IMEEC) and the International North–South Transportation Corridor (INSTC) projects, said the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal.

Pitching for 'more India' for enhanced cooperation in bilateral relations, Chile's Minister of Agriculture, Esteban Valenzuela on Wednesday said they have strong trade ties with some other countries and are working for stronger ties with India in a range of areas including agriculture and technology.

Showing strong growth, the bilateral trade between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries reached 162 billion dollars last year, the government has said. The GCC now contributes 15 per cent of India's total trade and sectors like energy, defence, security and health are growing in the region, according to Aseem P. Mahajan, Joint Secretary (Gulf), Ministry of External Affairs.

Turkish hazelnuts have been officially launched in India with a four-year campaign by the Turkish Hazelnut Exporters Associations. The unveiling took place at the Turkish Embassy, New Delhi, in partnership with the Nuts and Dry Fruits Council of India (NDFCI), on Wednesday.

Establishing a road link between India and Sri Lanka will go a long way in further strengthening the trade ties between the two nations, said K. Amirthalingam, senior professor of Economics at University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday said the ongoing regional industry conclave in Gwalior is expected to result in positive outcomes for industrial activity in the state.

India’s diverse climatic and geographical conditions create a variety of agro-climatic zones, each with unique features that influence local agriculture. Understanding these zones is essential for optimizing crop production and managing resources effectively. This blog provides an in-depth look into each zone, categorized by temperature, rainfall, crops grown, and location.

Chile and India have agreed to collaborate on resolving market access issues for Indian mangoes and pomegranates, while also looking into expanding trade in a variety of agricultural products.