BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting Highlights

The Indian delegation, led by Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, participated in the Xth BRICS Ministers of Culture Meeting in Brasilia, Brazil, on May 26, 2025. The meeting focused on enhancing cultural cooperation among BRICS nations, emphasizing the importance of cultural diversity, sustainable development, and the return of cultural property. Key initiatives discussed included the establishment of a BRICS platform for cultural and creative industries, addressing climate change impacts on culture, and promoting international cultural exchanges through festivals and alliances.

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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