Cabinet Approves Doubling of Railway Line in Eastern India

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the doubling of the Bhagalpur-Dumka-Rampurhat railway line (177 km) across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal at a cost of Rs. 3,169 crore. This project aims to enhance railway capacity, improve mobility, and support economic development in the region, aligning with the Prime Minister's vision of a self-reliant India. It will also facilitate better connectivity for 441 villages and increase freight capacity significantly, contributing to environmental goals by reducing CO2 emissions.

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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