New Geographical Indications Registrations in India (April 2024–March 2025): 23 Additions Across States

Featured Image showing Close-up of traditional Indian handloom weaving with colourful threads and embroidered fabrics, symbolising handicraft heritage. Text overlay reads “India registered 23 Geographical Indications across states in April 2024 – March 2025” with a 'CERTIFIED' stamp in the background. Featured image for article: New Geographical Indications Registrations in India (April 2024–March 2025): 23 Additions Across States

India’s GI Registry has grown by 23 new entries in 2024–25, reflecting the country’s rich cultural and artisanal diversity. From Pilkhuwa Hand Block Prints to Japanese Sake, this post covers each GI’s origin, category, and significance for local communities.

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President promulgates Tribunals reforms Ordinance, IPAB goes defunct with immediate effect

The President of India on the 4th of April 2021 promulgated the “THE TRIBUNALS REFORMS (RATIONALISATION AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE) ORDINANCE, 2021”. With the passing...

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