India exported coffee to over 140 countries in FY2025–26, with strong growth in emerging markets like the UAE, Libya, Australia, South Korea, Egypt, Kuwait, and the UK, and new destinations such as Djibouti, Micronesia, and Timor-Leste.
Sajjapur chamadumpa from Telangana has moved closer to receiving a GI tag after technical acceptance of its application. The recognition is expected to benefit farmers through better pricing, market access and protection of the region-specific variety.
TGSRTC launched the ‘GI on Wheels’ programme in Hyderabad to promote Telangana’s 18 GI-tagged products. Specially designed buses showcasing six major handicrafts aim to increase visibility, strengthen cultural identity and support rural artisans’ livelihoods.
The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL against Prada for allegedly copying Kolhapuri chappals, citing lack of locus by the petitioners. The court said only the GI tag holder can take legal action, not unrelated individuals claiming public interest
The application was filed by Subajith Saha, Trademark Agent (TM No – 32530) on behalf of Prof Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University on 24 September 2020.
Subsequently, the order exempts goods manufactured and sold by artisans registered with Development Commissioner', from use of Standard Mark under licence from Bureau of Indian Standards
