Cabinet Approves Major Rail Multitracking Projects

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved two significant multitracking projects by the Ministry of Railways, costing Rs 6,405 crore. These projects will enhance the railway network by 318 Kms across Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, improving travel convenience, reducing logistics costs, and supporting sustainable operations. The initiatives are expected to create 108 lakh human-days of employment during construction and enhance connectivity to approximately 1,408 villages, benefiting a population of about 28.19 lakh.

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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