100 SC-ST Hub Scheme Beneficiaries Attend Independence Day Ceremony

The Government of India has invited 100 beneficiaries of the National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme, along with their spouses, as 'Special Guests' to the Independence Day Ceremony at Red Fort, New Delhi, on August 15, 2025. The NSSH Scheme, launched in 2016, aims to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST communities and ensure 4% procurement from SC/ST MSEs. Currently, 1.48 lakh SC/ST entrepreneurs benefit from this initiative. The guests will also enjoy a hosted lunch and visit historic sites in Delhi.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link