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The Hindu
17 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
US tariff hike will hit Kerala's exports hard, State to study crisis in depth: CM Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday (August 11, 2025) warned that the recent tariff hike announced by the United States will cause severe damage to India's economy, with Kerala facing particularly heavy losses. Speaking after inaugurating the State-level crop assessment project of the Land Utilisation department and launching the updated Land Resource Information System (LRIS) website, Mr. Vijayan said the State government will conduct an in-depth study to assess the crisis. He pointed out that the US is the second largest importer of agricultural products from Kerala, accounting for more than 20% of the State's exports of cashew nut, rice, vegetables, processed fruits and cereal flours. 'Kerala also leads the country in the number of seafood processing units and the additional duty will directly hit our seafood exports,' he said, adding that the impact on the State's export dependent sectors could be substantial. Mr. Vijayan also urged farmers to take the newly introduced Samuchita Crop Determination (appropriate crop identification) scheme seriously, as it will guide cultivation towards better productivity by assessing soil quality, water availability and climate change impacts. 'By identifying the right crop for each area, we can improve yields, protect soil health, and minimise agricultural losses,' he said. The project uses GIS technology and field surveys to prepare panchayat-level crops maps, recommending suitable crop varieties for each area. The initiative, implemented on a pilot basis in 10 grama panchayats, saw the release of the first-of-its kind survey number based crop map for Anjarakandy panchayat in Kannur. The map analyses local land productivity, suitable crops, marketing and entrepreneurial opportunities and sector challenges, providing a template for rational use of natural resources and sustainable agricultural management. LRIS 2.0 unveiled Mr. Vijayan also unveiled LRIS 2.0, an ungraded web-based database containing 13 categories of land related information, including land use, soil, water, and transport networks. The improved interface aims at assisting departments in precise planning project execution. The event held at the North Malabar Chamber of Commerce hall, was presided over by Minister for Registration, Archaeology and Museums Kadannappally Ramachandran.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Kannur airport to host North Malabar Travel Bazaar in November
The third edition of the North Malabar Travel Bazaar (NMTB) will be held on November 15 and 16, 2025 at Kannur International Airport. The event, jointly organised by the North Malabar Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Entrepreneurs of North Malabar, North Malabar Tourism Organisation, Kannur International Airport and Metro Mart, aim at promoting the region's diverse tourism offerings. 500 tour operators Over 100 tourism-related businesses, including hotels, resorts, homestays, houseboats, Ayurvedic institutions, travel agencies, hospital and destination management companies, will showcase their services. Around 500 tour operators from across India are expected to participate in business-to business meeting. North Malabar Chamber of Commerce president T.K. Ramesh Kumar said that the last two editions were a huge success, which helped tourism and business in north Malabar. KIAL Managing Director C. Dinesh Kumar said the airport was working to improve air connectivity and tourist facilities and promised support for promotional initiatives. NMTC CEO Siji Nair said the event would serve as an inclusive platform for tourism operators of all scales. A workshop for entrepreneurs on marketing tourism products will also be held. The Travel Bazaar will highlight major tourism circuits of north Malabar and feature seminars on spiritual, cruise, health and wellness, MICE and wedding tourism. Cultural programmes and business presentations will offer visitors a taste of the region's traditions. The second day will be open to the public. Entry will be free with prior registration and special travel packages will be on offer at discounted rates. For details and registration, visit or contact 9947733339, 9995139933 or email northmalabartravelbazar@
United News of India
6 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
North Malabar Travel Bazaar to be held at Kannur Airport on Nov 15-16
Kochi, Aug 6 (UNI) The 3rd edition of the North Malabar Travel Bazaar (NMTB) will take place on November 15 and 16, 2025, at Kannur International Airport. For the first time in India, a travel mart will be hosted at an airport, making it a landmark event for the tourism industry. The event is being organized jointly by the North Malabar Chamber of Commerce, the Tourism Entrepreneurs of North Malabar, the North Malabar Tourism Organization (NOMTO), Kannur International Airport, and Metro Mart. It will serve as a key platform to promote the diverse tourism offerings of the North Malabar region. More than 100 tourism-related businesses such as hotels, resorts, homestays, houseboats, Ayurvedic institutions, travel agencies, hospitals, and destination management companies, will showcase their services. Around 500 invited tour operators from across India are likely to participate in business-to-business meetings, fostering valuable industry connections. The event will showcase major tourism circuits in North Malabar. In addition, several seminars will be conducted on relevant topics such as spiritual tourism, cruise tourism, health and wellness tourism, and MICE and wedding tourism. Cultural programmes and business presentations will also be held, offering participants a vibrant experience of the traditions and tastes of the region. C. Dinesh Kumar, Kannur International Airport Managing Director said that the airport is making significant efforts to improve the air connectivity to North Malabar and ensure better facilities for tourists. He assured full support for all promotional initiatives aimed at boosting the region's tourism. North Malabar Chamber of Commerce President TK Ramesh Kumar emphasized that the aim of the Travel Bazaar is to provide tour operators from other states with a first-hand experience of the region's tourism assets. Chamber Secretary C. Anil Kumar added that the goal is to increase the number of tourists visiting North Malabar in the near future. The event will offer a new and inclusive platform for all—from homestays to luxury resorts, according to North Malabar Travel Bazaar CEO Siji Nair. A workshop to help entrepreneurs effectively market their tourism products and services will also be part of the program. The bazaar will be open to the general public on the second day of the event. Visitors will be able to directly interact with exhibitors and book attractive travel packages at special rates. Entry is free, but prior registration is mandatory. The North Malabar Travel Bazaar is designed to bring together tourism entrepreneurs under one umbrella, enhance the overall quality of tourism services, and develop the region as a leading tourism destination. It also seeks to address the challenges faced by the tourism industry and support the creation of more entrepreneurs across North Malabar. For more information and registration, visit call 9947733339 or 9995139933, or write to northmalabartravelbazar@ UNI DS PPP PRS
