Bihar Elections 2025: ECI Achievements and Initiatives

The Election Commission of India (ECI) successfully conducted the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections in 2025, achieving a record polling percentage of 67.13% and female voter participation of 71.78%. The elections saw zero appeals against electoral discrepancies and no repolls requested. ECI introduced 17 new initiatives, including the timely publication of Index Cards for election data, enhancing transparency and accessibility. The counting process was conducted efficiently with mandatory VVPAT verification, ensuring accuracy in results.

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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