Dodol the Goan sweet vying for a GI tag
Context Recently, the Goa government formally applied for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the Goan sweet called Dodol. What is Dodol? Dodol is a classic Goan sweet that is…
GI tags for Goan mangoes and bebinca
Context Seven products from across India including four from Rajasthan were given the Geographical Indication (GI) tag by the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai. Key Details about GI tags for…
Nine products get GI Tags
Context The Union government has granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag to 9 products from across the country, including the Gamosa of Assam; Alibag White Onion from Maharashtra; Ladakh Raktsey…
Kalanamak rice
Context Kalanamak, a traditional variety of paddy with a black husk and a strong fragrance, which is considered a gift from Lord Buddha to the people of the Sravasti when…
Mithila Makhana gets a GI tag
Context The government has awarded geographical indication (GI) tag to ‘Mithila Makhana’, in a bid to help farmers get the maximum price for their produce. About Mithila Makhana Mithila Makhana is also…
GI Tags to Karuppur Kalamkari Paintings & Kallakurichi Wood Carvings
Context Tamil Nadu’s Karuppur kalamkari paintings and the Kallakurichi wood carvings are the latest artistic creation to have earned the distinction of geographical indication (GI) tags. About Karuppur kalamkari paintings…
Edayur Chilli and Kuttiattoor Mango gets G.I. tag
Context Edayur Chilli and Kuttiattoor Mango are the latest to receive the Geographical Indication status from Kerala. About Edayur Chilli and Kuttiattoor Mango Edayur Chilli Edayur chilli is a local…
Hathei chilli and Tamenglong orange of Manipur get GI tag
Context Recently, Hathei chilli and Tamenglong orange of Manipur get GI tag. About Hathei chilli and Tamenglong orange About Hathei chilli Hathei chilli is commonly known as the Sirarakhong chilly…
GI certified Gholvad Sapota (chikoo)
Context In a major boost to exports of Geographical Indication (GI) certified products, a consignment of Dahanu Gholvad Sapota from Palghar district of Maharashtra was shipped to the United Kingdom.…
Himachal Pradesh wants GI status for five products
Context The Himachal Pradesh government is trying to obtain GIs (Geographical Indication) for five products from the state – Karsog Kulth, Thangi of Pangi, Chamba Metal Crafts, Chamba Chukh, and…