Centre Disburses Over ₹1,156 Crores to Strengthen Rural Governance

The Government of India has released the second instalment of the Fifteenth Finance Commission grants for the fiscal year 2025–26, amounting to over ₹1,156 crores. These funds are aimed at bolstering rural local bodies in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tripura, supporting governance at grassroots levels. In detail, ₹410.76 crores have been allocated to Andhra Pradesh, ₹714.32 crores to Maharashtra, and ₹30.6 crores to Tripura for enhancing local development initiatives.

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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