Cabinet Sanctions Scheme to Combat Vehicle Emissions in Delhi-NCR

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has ratified a scheme to alleviate air pollution and endorse eco-friendly transportation within the Delhi-NCR, involving a substantial Rs.9,585 crore budget. This initiative targets vehicle owners to shift from BS-IV or older emission standard vehicles to BS-VI or electric vehicles, thus diminishing vehicular emissions considerably. This project, driven by multiple ministries in collaboration with Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, aims to cut down emissions from the transport sector, significantly affecting air quality in the region.

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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