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As we all know, Trump has recently announced a new tariff rate for different countries, it being 50% on Indian goods, to be effective from 27th August, 2025. In 2024, India exported agricultural and allied commodities worth $5.5 billion. In contrast, India imported U.S. products in the same category worth nearly $2 billion. This creates a surplus in India’s favour of approximately $3.5 billion.  Data Source - Reuters Let Us See What Potential Impacts The Tariff Would Have. Reduced Margins For Farmers: Typically, export business helped farmers gain a comparatively higher which would now be impacted. Malpractices on the rise:...

Amid the fields and homes of rural India, change is simmering gently, spiced with the familiar scents of mango, lemon, and red chilli. For generations, Indian women have mastered the art of pickle making, preserving recipes handed down through generations by mothers and grandmothers. But what if this traditional skill could become a means of financial independence and a lever to bring radical growth of the economy? Our thesis at FarmDidi is a fact that when a rural woman earns, not just an individual but a whole family flourishes. The day we empower 1 million rural women through our model,...

Pickles have been an integral part of the Indian diet since the Harappan Civilization. From South to North, East to West, pickles serve both as a side dish and as a traditional method of preserving seasonal fruits and vegetables. In 2025, the pickle market is estimated to be worth around ₹8,000 crore. Of this, the formalized sector (including brands) constitutes ₹3,500 crore (as per Euromonitor), while the unorganized sector accounts for an additional 50–60%, according to the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MOFPI). Moreover, pickles are a food item consumed across India, cutting across all income groups. Many people turn to...

Origin and Cultural Roots of Ker Sangri Pickle Ker Sangri pickle has originated in the desert regions of Rajasthan, India, especially areas like Jodhpur, Bikaner, and Barmer. It is a Rajasthani Delicacy deeply rooted in the Marwari Cuisine. Ker Sangri pickle is also referred to as the “Legend of the Famine” as people resorted to boiling and spicing up Ker Sangri with the locally available ingredients like mustard oil, salt and spices. This story goes back to the time of the 17th and 18th century when there was a time of famine in Rajasthan and common vegetables were unavailable. Pickling of...

In a world where dietary preferences are evolving rapidly, Jain food stands out for its deep spiritual and ethical foundation. Rooted in the principles of Jain Dharm, this cuisine follows strict guidelines to ensure no or minimal harm to living beings, both seen and unseen. Whether you are looking to understand about Jainism or wanting to switch to a more sattvik lifestyle, this article will help you explore what foods are considered Jain-friendly and the reason behind it. About Jainism Jainism, also known as Jain Dharm, is one of the oldest religions in the world, rooted in India over 2500...

How Famous Athletes Include Pickles In Their Diets? P.T Usha ate pickles as a comfort food When asked in an interview, P.T. Usha said that as she was just 16 during the Olympics of 1984, and wanted food that could give her both - proper nutrition and comfort in the foreign land. Thus, she used to carry Mango Pickles with her to the countries she travelled. Data Source - Rev Sports Hikers are advised to pair pickles in their breakfast before hikes! It is advised by the trek-guides to have homemade pickles (especially ones made with mustard oil) before they start...