Central Assistance Approved for Flood-Affected States

A High-Level Committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah has approved Rs. 707.97 crore in additional assistance for Assam and Gujarat, impacted by floods in 2024. Additionally, Rs. 903.67 crore has been allocated to Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan for fire service modernization. This support is part of the government's ongoing commitment to assist states during natural disasters, with significant funds released under various disaster response and mitigation funds for the financial year 2025-26.

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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