Global consumer demand for eco-friendly products has increased in both developed markets (such as Western Europe, the United States and Australasia) as well as new markets with emerging opportunities ...

KISHANGANJ: Setting up of jute export promotional zone in Purnia division, complete ban on the usage of polythene bags, check on exploitation of jute-growers at the hands of the middlemen and ...

The price of a jute bag, as declared by the jute commissioner, is Rs 43. But it only costs Rs 34.67 in the open market. KOLKATA: The price of a jute bag, as declared by the jute commissioner, is Rs 43 ...

Mills expect the new pricing methodology for jute bags used in packaging of foodgrains, which has been approved by the Central government, would translate into a 4-5 per cent higher pricing for each ...

Under a procurement programme, only new jute bags of 665gm each could until now be bought to pack 50kg of foodgrains. Photo: Indranil Bhoumik/Mint Kolkata: On a Monday morning, while others are just ...

Everyday accessories play a quiet but important role in supporting green living. Simple choices like switching to reusable tote bags can reduce waste and encourage more responsible habits without ...

The Jute Packaging Materials (Compulsory Use in Packing Commodities) Act, 1987, mandates that jute bags supplied to government agencies for packaging foodgrains and sugar under the Public Distribution ...