3rd Empowered Committee Meeting Under PM VIKAS Scheme

The 3rd Empowered Committee Meeting under the PM VIKAS scheme was held on July 24, 2025, chaired by Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar. The PM VIKAS scheme aims to uplift six minority communities through skilling, women leadership, education, and infrastructure development. The committee reviewed 15 proposals from various institutions focusing on technical skilling, entrepreneurship, and cultural heritage preservation, emphasizing the need for timely implementation and robust monitoring mechanisms.

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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