Swadeshi Goods

Datanomics: Swadeshi jets suffer fewer crashes than foreign counterparts

The data bore evidence to this claim. Of 129 fighter jet crashes in the past two decades, only eight crashes were of those built indigenously by the company

PM Modi extends Diwali greetings, urges support for Swadeshi products

Prime Minister urged Indian consumers to buy domestically made "Swadeshi" products during the festival, encouraging the purchase of Indian-made products and supporting local artisans

India's traditional handicrafts forge a festive comeback as Diwali gifts

Increasingly, heritage products from India's regional artisans are making a wave as handpicked festival gifts, especially for people who want their presents to tell a story

Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urges people to buy 'swadeshi' products

Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday urged people to adopt 'Swadeshi', as he said India is going through a difficult phase, but is not afraid of the challenges. Speaking at the formal inauguration of the Saras Aajeevika Mela, the Rural Development Minister also said around 2.82 crore women who are self-help group members have become 'Lakhpati Didi', and the goal is now to have three crore women who have an annual income of over Rs 1 lakh. Speaking at the event, Chouhan said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made an appeal to adopt 'swadeshi' products. "The Prime Minister has made an appeal, and it's very timely. Our country is facing many challenges today. But India is not afraid of the challenges, we are looking eye to eye," Chouhan said. "The Prime Minister has set the goal for developed India by 2047, and we will achieve this by building a self-reliant India," he said. "Buy Swadeshi, it will be a huge factor in creating a self-reliant India," he said. Cho

PM Modi gives 'homework' to teachers: Promote Swadeshi, vocal for local

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said teachers generally give homework to their students but he wants to give one "homework" to teachers for a change, that is to lead campaigns along with their students to promote swadeshi products and give an impetus to "Make in India" and "vocal for local". In an interaction with National Teacher awardees, he asked schools to celebrate such occasions as 'Swadeshi Day' or 'Swadeshi Week' when students would bring local products from their homes and share their stories. "Today I am doing the task that you always do, giving homework. I am giving you a homework to lead campaigns to promote swadeshi products. I am confident that you will complete it. "Students should be encouraged to get swadeshi products from home, and there should be discussions on that. Students can also participate in marches in villages carrying placards rooting for swadeshi products. Such activities will create an atmosphere and encourage the citizens to use Made in India

'Buy only Made in India goods': PM Modi bats for swadeshi in Ahmedabad

His statement comes as the United States has imposed 50 per cent tariffs on Indian imports following the collapse of trade talks between the two countries

PM Modi urges swadeshi, unveils GST reforms and Rs 1 trillion jobs plan

In his 79th Independence Day address, PM Modi called for a swadeshi push, announced GST reforms, a Rs 1 trillion jobs scheme, and self-reliance measures in energy and defence

RSS chief urges citizens to adopt 'Swadeshi' products for India's growth

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, here on Monday called on students, businessmen, and the public to reflect on how they can contribute to the country's development by pledging to use 'Swadeshi' products -- those made within India -- in their daily lives. This information was shared by RSS Prant Prachar Pramukh Dr. Anupam. Anupam quoted Bhagwat saying, "This resolution should start with our own lives and spread through our families, localities, cities, and states. The money earned in our country should remain in the country and be used for its development. We must conduct our lives with this mindset." Bhagwat emphasised that only a deep sense of patriotism in everyday life can propel both individuals and the nation forward, enabling comprehensive progress. Addressing students and businessmen, Bhagwat asked, "If you are students, how much time do you dedicate to your studies? If businessmen, how long do you work in your trade?" He added that whatever work an RSS

Swadeshi's heroic failure

At a time of 'Make in India' and Asia's rise, the story of a man, a failure in his endeavour, shows us how the past can illuminate and educate our current journey

Reliance Retail's first standalone 'Swadesh' store opens in Hyderabad

Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation Nita Ambani on Wednesday inaugurated the first Swadesh' store by Reliance Retail here. Speaking at the launch of the first standalone Swadesh store Nita Ambani said, Swadesh is an ode to India's traditional arts and artisans. It's our humble initiative to preserve and promote our country's age-old arts and crafts. Swadesh highlights the spirit of Make in India' and offers respect and sustenance to our skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. Through Swadesh we hope to give them the global recognition that they richly deserve. That is why we are excited to expand Swadesh not just across India, but internationally too, in the US and Europe, she said, according to a release. The first Swadesh store in Jubilee Hills in the city, spread across 20,000 sq ft, will house an eclectic collection of carefully curated products made entirely by hand by India's skilled and talented artisans using long forgotten techniques and local materials, it said. The

Reliance Retail to open luxury stores under 'Swadesh' brand globally

These stores will focus on upscale ethnic handicrafts, fusion clothing, jewellery, blue pottery, silverware, home decor, and carpets

Suit-boot nationalism

Taxing inherited wealth of foreigners of Indian origin offers a means to strike a balance between national interest and individual liberty, but it may not see the light of day

Eat with those socially deprived every week: Bhagwat to RSS volunteers' kin

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday called upon the families of Sangh volunteers to make maximum use of 'swadeshi' goods, shun the western family system and have meals with people from poorer strata of the society at least once a week. He was addressing the family members of the RSS volunteers of Mahakaushal region here in Madhya Pradesh, a participant told PTI over phone after attending the function. The event started with the worship of a cow and calf as well as a Tulsi plant at M L Bai School ground in the heart of Jabalpur city. Bhagwat urged families to work for social harmony and told them to treat all equally, a release issued by the RSS in the evening said. In the RSS, nobody is asked about his caste, he said, adding that everyone eats and drinks together and works together. Such an atmosphere has to be created in every home, he told the families, the release added. The RSS chief told the participants to work for environment protection, and the

Only 'swadeshi' products available in central police canteens: Govt

MoS for Home Nityanand Rai told LS that 119 'master bhandar' and 1,871 'subsidiary bhandar' are functioning for the benefit of serving and retired personnel of Central Armed Police Forces

Policy influencers: How SJM, CAIT have impacted Modi's economic road map

The SJM lobbied vigorously against the RCEP that culminated in an 11-day national protest in October 2019

Swadeshi doesn't mean boycotting every foreign good: RSS chief Bhagwat

Bhagwat suggested that the pandemic has made it clear that globalisation did not yield desired results and one economic model cannot be applicable everywhere.

ITBP inks deal with KVIC to procure 'swadeshi' items for CAPF personnel

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on Friday inked a deal with the KVIC to procure a variety of 'swadeshi' and 'khadi' goods for around 10 lakh personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces.

Amit Shah urges people to use indigenous products for economic self-reliance

Shah said party workers should continue to help those in need during the crisis created by the coronavirus pandemic

Swadeshi push: Over 1000 imported goods delisted from paramilitary canteens

The central police canteens sell products to cater almost 50 lakh family members of about 10 lakh personnel serving in CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF, SSB, NSG and Assam Rifles

Adityanath makes Swadeshi pitch for industrial growth, jobs for migrants

UP to sign MoU with industry chambers tomorrow for job creation