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Apr 15, 2025 News Image Trump’s tariffs and India’s agri sector: Navigating challenges, finding opportunities.
The recent announcement by US President Donald Trump to implement a 26 per cent reciprocal tariff on Indian goods has understandably sparked concern across various sectors, including agriculture. (It has now been paused for 90 days, though). For India, the implications of such a move aren’t black and white—they fall into a grey zone of mixed outcomes. Some segments feel the heat, while others find unexpected openings.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Assam’s aromatic GI-tagged Joha Rice reaches Global shores with first export to Vietnam.
In a significant step towards boosting agricultural exports from the North Eastern Region (NER), Assam’s Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Joha Rice—celebrated for its distinct aroma, soft texture, and nutritional richness—has made its way to international markets.
 Source:  foodtechbiz.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image India-Italy business ties, India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor get big boost.
Antonio Tajani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy is visiting India from 11-12 April. He was accompanied by the Minister of University and Research, Anna Maria Bernini, and a large delegation of businesses, leading universities and research institutions. During the visit, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar held delegation level talks with DPM and FM Tajani. Minister Tajani also met with the Commerce and Industry Minister (CIM). He called on President of India. Minister Bernini with Ministers of State of Science and Technology, and Education.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and Government of Arunachal Pradesh hosts International Conclave cum Buyer-Seller Meet at Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in collaboration with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, hosted an International Conclave cum Buyer-Seller Meet (IBSM) at Kalawangpo Convention Hall in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh to promote agricultural and processed food products exports from Arunachal Pradesh and the broader North-Eastern Region (NER) of India. In his keynote address, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu committed to developing the agricultural & allied sectors, enhancing farmer’s livelihoods, empowering Self-Help Groups and encouraged women led development. He envisions enhancing agri-exports of GI tagged Khaw Tai Rice (known as Khamti Rice), Mandarin Orange, Kiwi, Apple, Persimmon, Yak Cheese (Churpi), amongst others to South East Asian and ASEAN Countries. He encouraged domestic and international buyers to be a boon for the state and invest in the state’s untapped potential.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Right time for India, UAE to invest in bilateral ties: Parliamentarian.
This is the right time for India and the UAE to invest in the bilateral relationship as the two countries have the leadership with vision, a parliamentarian in the gulf country has said. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Defence Affairs, Interior and Foreign Affairs Committee, said that isolation was never a solution and nations must work together to overcome challenges facing the world.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Agricultural sector in Meghalaya’s goal of a $10-billion economy.
Envisioning a transformation of the State into a $10-billion economy by 2028, Meghalaya stands at a pivotal moment in its history. Central to the State’s economic ambition is Meghalaya’s agricultural sector which sustains over 80 per cent of our population and forms the backbone of rural livelihoods in the State. With the State’s growing needs to harness technology for systemic development and upgradation, the Government of Meghalaya has launched transformative initiatives aimed at empowering farmers, enhancing sustainability and fostering economic growth.
 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image India harvests 38% of wheat area so far in 2025–26 season, says agriculture minister Chouhan.
The country has harvested 38% of the total wheat area of an estimated 32 million hectare so far in the ongoing 2025-26 marketing season, agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Sunday. In view of the possibility of good yield of various rabi crops, Chouhan directed the officials to make better procurement arrangements for farmers.
 Source:  m.economictimes.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image 'Zero-for-zero' tariff strategy under proposed India-US trade pact unlikely: Official.
A 'zero-for-zero' tariff strategy under the proposed bilateral trade agreement between India and the US is unlikely, as the two countries are at different levels of economic development, official sources said. Certain trade experts have suggested that India can propose a 'zero-for-zero' tariff strategy to the US for addressing America's reciprocal tariff hikes.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Apr 15, 2025 News Image India hosts 8th Meeting of Joint Committee on ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA).
India hosted the 8th meeting of the AITIGA Joint Committee to review the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, from April 07 to 11, 2025. The event was conducted in a hybrid format. The meeting was co-chaired by Shri Rajesh Agrawal, Additional Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India and Deputy Co-Chair Dr. Sugumari S. Shanmugam Senior Director Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, Malaysia. The meeting saw participation from delegates representing ASEAN countries, including Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam.
 Source:  pib.gov.in
Apr 15, 2025 News Image Bangladesh steps on land border trade preceded India's transshipment ban.
Bangladesh took several steps that adversely hit land border trade with India even before New Delhi moved to revoke transshipment facilities for Dhaka to export cargo to third countries via Indian land customs stations. Bangladesh's interim regime last month decided to close three land ports with India while suspending another citing lack of necessary infrastructure for operations.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com