Cabinet Approves Major Rail Projects to Enhance Connectivity

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved two significant multitracking projects for Indian Railways, covering seven districts in Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. With a total estimated cost of Rs 6,405 crore, these projects will increase the railway network by approximately 318 Kms, improve travel convenience, reduce logistics costs, and lower CO2 emissions. The initiatives are expected to generate direct employment for about 108 lakh human-days during construction and enhance connectivity to around 1,408 villages, supporting sustainable rail operations and contributing to the PM's vision of a New India.

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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