Dr. Jitendra Singh Highlights Thyroid Disorders as National Challenge

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the significant impact of thyroid disorders on India's workforce and national productivity during the Indian Thyroid Society Conference in Chandigarh. With 42 million Indians affected by thyroid issues, Singh called for comprehensive research and public health strategies to address this under-recognized condition. The Minister also discussed reforms in India's biotech sector, including initiatives like the Biopharma Shakti Mission, to strengthen indigenous development and tackle non-communicable diseases.

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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