2.35 Lakh Houses Approved Under PMAY-Urban 2.0

During the third meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC) on June 18, 2025, 2.35 lakh houses were approved for construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0). This brings the total sanctioned houses under PMAY-U 2.0 to 7.10 lakh. The meeting emphasized the importance of affordable housing policies and inclusivity, with significant allocations for women and underprivileged groups. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to 1 crore families for constructing or purchasing pucca houses in urban areas.

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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