Cabinet Approves Rs.4200 Crore for MERITE Scheme in Technical Education

The Union Cabinet has approved the implementation of the Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) Scheme, with a budget of Rs.4200 crore, aimed at enhancing the quality, equity, and governance of technical education across 275 institutions in India. The scheme, aligned with the National Educational Policy-2020, will benefit approximately 7.5 lakh students and includes support from the World Bank. Key outcomes include improved employability skills, digitalization strategies, and strengthened research environments.

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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