February 28, 2013
No change in excise duty on non-agricultural products
Talking about indirect taxes, the Finance Minister said that there will not be any changes on the excise duty on non-agricultural products.
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weavers
October 02, 2012
Rajasthan's Kota Doria industry needs more attention
The western Rajasthan state’s Kota district is famous for the centuries old Kota Doria sarees. The cluster is losing its charisma because of poor infrastructure and very little recognition. But timely intervention by central governmental agencies could save this old legacy of that state.
September 14, 2012
Powerloom sector demands loan waiver, financial aid
Unstable cotton and cotton yarn prices and lower export demand are forcing India’s small weavers to shut shop, and in some cases, burdened by debt, take the extreme step. Alarmed by developments, the powerloom sector wants the government to waive loans and dole out cash incentives to small weavers, according to a trade body.
May 10, 2012
'Indian weavers faced with government neglect'
Defective policy, poor infrastructure, neglect and competition from multinationals have taken a toll on the communities of traditional weavers in the country, a BJP functionary and an official of the weavers' cell of the party says.
February 29, 2012
Weavers' woes: Govt packages pass them by
Money sanctioned by the government ends up with cooperative societies. The weaver makes less than Rs 200 a day.
February 27, 2012
No benefit from government schemes, say weavers
Weavers speak up at Kargha Yagya, New Delhi.