GI Tags India

• Bundelkhand Region Receives First GI Tag for Kathiya Gehu for Farm Produce

  The Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh celebrates a significant achievement as it receives its first GI tag awarded to Kathiya Gehu, an indigenous wheat variety known for its nutritional richness and resilience in harsh climatic conditions.…

• GI Tag Elevates Cashew Nuts, Propelling Goa onto the Global Culinary Stage

  Goa's cashew industry celebrates the Geographical Indication tag, aiming to protect the authenticity of Goan cashews, combat misleading labelling, and revive the struggling local market against competition from cheaper imports.…

• GI Products of UK from Agri Sector Seeks Higher Protection Under FTA With India

  British GI (Geographical Indication) products include Scotch whisky, Cheddar cheese and Stilton cheese.…

• J-K Admin Evaluates GI Tagging for 5 Newly Recommended Crops from UT

  It is commendable that the Agriculture Production Department (APD) is taking proactive steps toward obtaining GI certification for these crops, and we hope that they continue to prioritize this issue.…

• Tamil Nadu's Cumbum Grapes Secure Coveted GI Tag

  In January 2023, a group of growers applied for the Geographical Indication (GI) label for 'Cumbum Panneer Thratchai', a grape variety from Tamil Nadu, India. Now this variety has got recognition with GI label.…

• Nicobari Hut Set to Receive Unique GI Tag, Confirms Official

  An official claimed that after getting the geographical indication (GI) tag for the traditional 'hodi' - an outrigger canoe - the inverted helmet-shaped Nicobari Hut may be recognized soon.…

• Kerala Emerges as GI Tag Leader of FY 2022-23: GI Registry Data

  Kerala topped the list of states in the country with the most items receiving the Geographical Indication (GI) label in FY23, according to data published by the GI Registry on April 5.…

• PM Modi Expresses Happiness as Ladakh's Wood Carving Secures Prestigious GI Tag

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed satisfaction on April 5 about the Geographical Indication Tag for Ladakh's Wood Carving, a first of its type, according to a press release from the Prime Minister's Office.…

• Kangra Tea from Himachal Pradesh Gets European GI Tag

  Kangra is known as the Tea Capital of Northern India, and it is well-known throughout the country for its huge expanses of luxuriant tea gardens, which are the town's main attraction.…

• Govt to Provide Financial Assistance to Eligible Agencies to Promote GI

  The government will provide financial assistance to eligible agencies for initiatives promoting Geographical Indications (GIs) products. The Department for the Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has issued operational guidelines for financial assistance for GI promotion initiatives.…

• Nine Products from J&K, Ladakh to Get GI Tag Soon

  Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are set to receive Geographical Indications (GI) Tag for nine products. All of these products' GI applications have been filed at the GI Registry in Chennai.…

• GI Tagging of Products from Different Territories Crucial to Encourage Traditional Entrepreneurship

  At the international roundtable conference held at the Maharashtra National Law University in Aurangabad, Ganesh Hingmire was speaking as the honorary guest…

• Kerela Farmer Grows GI-Tagged Jasmine ‘Udupi Mallige’, Shares His Success Story

  The GI-tagged Udupi mallige, a kind of jasmine that is well-known for being used during weddings and at temples during festivals, is grown by Kerala farmer Ashokan.…

• Telangana's Tandur Red Gram Receives Geographical Indication (GI) Tag

  Tandur red gram, which is mostly grown in Vikarabad, Narayanpet, Sangareddy, and Adilabad districts of Telangana is known for its flavour and scent.…

• 'Gamocha': Symbol of Culture & Identity of Assam Receive GI Tag

  The 'gamocha,' a rectangular cotton cloth handwoven with red borders and various designs and motifs. Assamese people have traditionally offered it to elders and guests as a sign of respect and honour.…

• How GI Tagging of Kashmiri Saffron Uplifts Economic Interests of Farmers on the Global Front?

  The initiative of GI tagging of 'Kashmiri Kesar' by the Jammu and Kashmir government is doing wonders for the farmers associated with the production of saffron in the state…

• DPIIT to Promote Over 400 GI Products Through Multi-Media Campaigns

  Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade would also help the government scale up the GI campaign through different interventions.…

• Ramanad Farmers Request GI Tag for Mundu Chilli from TN Government

  The "Mundu Chilli," which is well-known for its strong spiciness and high Scoville heat units, is in reasonable demand in both the local markets and in neighbouring states.…

• J&K Government Seeks GI Tag for 12 More Crops

  According to Dulloo, the GI tag will not only increase the farmers' incomes but also provide sustainable and secure income generation sources for them.…

• Mithila Makhana: Know the Amazing Health Benefits of This Newly GI-Tagged Ingredient

  Mithila Makhana are incredibly wholesome and delicious snacks. According to reports, these fox nuts are high in protein and fiber.…

• Bihar’s Mithila Makhana Receives GI Tag

  People are happy with the information of Mithila’s Makhana getting GI tag, as soon as this news spread on social media, people started sharing this information, they were waiting for a long time.…

• From Tejpatta to Munsiyari Rajma, Check out Uttarakhand's Distinct Agri Products

  Tejpatta was the first product from Uttarakhand to receive the GI tag in May 2016.…

• GI Tag Sought for Odisha’s Red Ant Chutney; Know More About This Superfood

  In order for the dish to receive the GI tag, the researchers are getting ready to put together a presentation.…

• 15 Most Famous Fruits of India with GI Tag

  India is the world's second-largest fruit producer, with a wide range of fruits grown in various geographical zones. You've probably heard of intellectual property rights like Copyright, Patent, and Trademark. In the same way, the holders of a Geographical Indication Tag have identical rights and…

• Farmer’s Seek GI Tag For 'Chiniya' Banana; Initial Proposal Accepted By GI Registry In Chennai

  Farmers in Hajipur who grow the famous "chiniya" banana variety are pleased with the initial approval of a geographical indication (GI) tag for the fruit.…

• State-Wise List Of Geographical Indications (GI) Tags In India

  Geographical Indications tags are abbreviated as GI tags in India. This article will go over GI-Tags for every state of India.…

• 5 Indian Chilies With GI Tags Well-known For Their Flavour

  India now produces 25% of the world's total chilli output. Did you know, though, that the humble chile is not indigenous to our country? Here's 5 indian chillies with GI tags that are known for their flavour.…

• Government Accepts Plea and Grants GI Tag to Bihar’s Mithila Makhana

  Apart from identifying & protecting the product's Geographical Indications (GI) rights, the Geographical Indications Registry (GIR) under the Central Ministry of Commerce has accepted the petition to rename Bihar Makhana as Mithila Makhana and has also suggested further changes to the brand logo to better…

• Experts Demand GI Tag for Indigenous “Heritage Mahua Liquor” of Madhya Pradesh

  In the state of Madhya Pradesh, mahua, a whiskey derived from the mahua tree, will soon be offered as "heritage liquor." Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the state's chief minister, said on Monday that the government will soon implement a new excise policy that will allow tribals…

• Wada Kolam or Jhini Rice from Palghar, Maharashtra Receives GI Tag

  A right to protect crops reputation is only possible through Geographical indication Tags. GI Tag is connected to authenticity, the product’s special characters and place and heritage of the crop.…

• Bihar’s Makhana to get GI Tag Soon, Exporters & Traders to get the Most Benefit

  Bihar's famous Makhana or fox nuts may soon get GI tag. By getting Geographical Indication, Makhana will get global recognition and it will also be exported in large quantities, which will directly benefit the Makhana farmers of the state. It is discussed that it will…

• Chinnaur Rice Became The First Food Grain In Madhya Pradesh To Get a GI Tag

  On September 30, according to the Madhya Pradesh government, Chinnaur rice became the first food grain in the state to get a GI tag. This may increase farmer earnings and restore the luster to a once-favorite crop.…

• Edayur Chilli and Kuttiattoor Mango Receives GI Tag

  Kuttiattoor mango and Edayur chilli get the Geographical Indication tag from the GI Registry at Chennai.…

• Manipur’s Tamenglong Oranges and Hathei Chilli Get GI Tag

  Tamenglong oranges, a kind of mandarin, and Hathei, a chilli variation, are given GI tag.…

• Karnataka’s GI Range Displayed by VTPC at Jayamahal Palace, Bangalore

  Climatic Conditions and Geography of the place has profound effects on the agriculture produce cultivated. The peculiarity of the soil and the farming methods, contribute to the peculiarities of the product and this can be felt in its taste shape, colour and flavor. We could…

• Three Agri products from Varanasi listed to get GI tag soon

  Three produces from Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, are likely to get a Geographical indication (GI) tag soon. Geographical indication is basically a symbol used on products that have a selected geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are thanks to that origin.…

• J&K launches Kashmiri Saffron in the UAE market

  Kashmiri saffron, which recently received the geographical indication tag, in the Middle East, the Jammu and Kashmir government for the first time launched the spice in the UAE market.…

• Kerala State Government has given sanction to launch Thalanad Clove for GI tag

  The State government has given administrative sanction for ‘Characterisation and Registration of Thalanadu Clove as a Geographical Indication,’ a proposal submitted by Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) under a scheme for the development of spices.…

• Banarasi Paan, Barabanki Handloom & Other Exclusive Uttar Pradesh Products to Get Geographical Identification Tag

  The Barabanki handlooms and several other exclusive products of Uttar Pradesh will get the prestigious Geographical Identification (GI) certification that will give them legal protection and an impetus to their exports.…

• List of State-Wise GI Tagged Products in India

  GI Tag stands for Geographical Indication, which is a name or sign given to a certain product that has a specific relation with geographical locations. Here is a complete list of GI Tags in India.…