Coal Production and Dispatch Report for June 2025

In June 2025, coal production from captive and commercial mines reached 15.57 million tonnes, with dispatches at 17.31 million tonnes. The first quarter of FY 2025-26 showed significant year-on-year growth, with production up by 16.39% and dispatches by 13.03%. Key developments included the granting of mine opening permission for Utkal A Mine and the issuance of vesting orders for three coal blocks, bringing the total allocated blocks to over 200. These efforts aim to enhance domestic coal production and support key industries in 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