25th Meeting of Central Zonal Council to be Chaired by Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the 25th meeting of the Central Zonal Council on June 24, 2025, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The meeting will include Chief Ministers and senior officials from member states Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh. The Zonal Councils, established under the States Reorganisation Act of 1956, have evolved from an advisory role to a platform for dialogue on inter-state and national issues, promoting cooperation and mutual understanding among states. Key topics include women's safety, banking access, and regional development.

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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