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Govt approves proposal to amend Khadi and Village Industries Commission Act

The government has approved amendments to the KVIC Act, 1956, to modernize the Khadi and Village Industries sector. These changes aim to boost rural enterprises, enhance competitiveness through branding and innovation, and broaden the definition of rural areas. The reforms will also improve governance with greater representation and empower the…

The Economic Times

MSME Day 2026 showcases government's vision for a tech-driven and future-ready MSME ecosystem

The event celebrated the sector's growth, highlighting government commitment to a resilient, technology-driven MSME ecosystem. New initiatives aim to boost formalization, digital access, and innovation, fostering entrepreneurship and nation-building.

The Economic Times

World MSME Day: Govt to unveil next-generation digital platforms to strengthen India's MSME ecosystem

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan will inaugurate 'MSME Day 2026 – Udyami Bharat' in New Delhi, unveiling tools designed to simplify business, enhance market access, and promote innovation.

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KVIC eyes Rs 2.51 lakh crore sales in FY27; plans revamped Khadi e-commerce portal for Gen Z

The Khadi and Village Industries Commission has achieved a historic turnover of over Rs 1.87 lakh crore for the first time. This marks a significant growth of 501% since 2013-14.

The Economic Times

KVIC to provide technical and financial support to artisans

KVIC extends PM Modi's Viksit Bharat mission by supporting artisans with equipment and toolkits in Karnataka.

The Hindu

Watch | A Gandhi ashram in Tamil Nadu and its struggling artisans

While the demand for khadi products has increased, a KVIC staff member claimed that the production has dropped due to a shortage of spinners and weavers

The Hindu

Khadi to get a modern twist at Fashion Week

To honour and celebrate India’s Fabric of Freedom, Khadi India is all set to present a showcase dedicated to Khadi. The presentation paying tribute to Khadi will feature ensembles from several leading Indian designers and will be showcased as part of Sustainable Fashion Day on 9th March at Lakmé Fashion…

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HC restrain AAP, 5 leaders to stop posting defamatory content against LG Saxena, daughter

L-G V.K. Saxena has also sought damages and compensation of ₹2.5 crore along with interest from the political party and its five leaders

The Hindu

In 2016, Saxena pressured employees to exchange demonetised notes worth ₹1400 crore, claims AAP

“When he was KVIC chairman, demonetisation happened and a cashier working there has given in writing that he was forced to carry out exchange of notes. It is unfortunate that he was suspended,” said AAP MLA Durgesh Pathak

The Hindu

Har Ghar Tiranga: Angry Garag residents in Dharwad boycott campaign, protest change in flag code

Garag village, synonymous with the khadi tricolur, has stopped production now owing to lack of material. The villagers and unit workers are angry with the change in flag code

The Hindu

Odisha: Footwear design training for livelihood support

BHUBANESWAR: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) under the MSME ministry has started a project for footwear manufacturing at Dasapalla in Nayagarh district on a pilot basis.

The Times of India

Khadi units in doldrums as costs shoot up, raw material grows scarce

They struggle to remain afloat with steep hike in cotton prices and shutdown of the sliver unit in Chitradurga, bringing most spinning activities to a standstill

The Hindu

Tamil Nadu Sarvodaya Sangh scam: Officials, touts siphon off weavers' incentives

SALEM: A scam is unravelling in Tamil Nadu Sarvodaya Sangh (TNSS) with incentives meant for weavers being siphoned off, ostensibly by some insiders and touts, using fake bank accounts in the name of people who are not weavers.

The Times of India

Pashmina to get distinct Varanasi identity

VARANASI: From the Himalayan highlands of Leh-Ladakh to the banks of river Ganga in Varanasi, the heritage handicraft of Pashmina is all set to get a brand-new identity.

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Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat new definitions of Mahatma Gandhi's Swadeshi movement: Amit Shah

Amit Shah was in Ahmedabad to unveil a wall mural of Mahatma Gandhi.

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