Appointment of Shri T. Rabi Sankar to the 16th Finance Commission

Shri T. Rabi Sankar, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, has been appointed as a part-time Member of the 16th Finance Commission following the resignation of Shri Ajay Narayan Jha. His term will last until the Commission's report is submitted or until October 31, 2025. The XVIFC, chaired by Dr. Arvind Panagariya, is tasked with providing recommendations for the financial award period starting April 1, 2026.

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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