Development of Specialized Firefighting Suits Under NTTM

The National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) has initiated a project for the development of specialized firefighting suits, awarded to the Northern India Textile Research Association (NITRA). This indigenous suit is cost-effective and matches the properties of imported versions. The NTTM has approved 168 research projects aimed at reducing import dependency and promoting exports, with technical textiles exports reaching INR 24,732.68 Crore in FY 2024-25, marking a 15.53% growth from the previous year.

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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