Dr Jitendra Singh Launches Central Facility at BRIC-RGCB

Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated a state-of-the-art Central Facility for Recombinant Cells and Sensors at BRIC-RGCB, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The Rs 60 crore facility aims to enhance drug discovery, medical, and Agri genomics. The event highlighted India's shift towards a bio-driven economy with biotechnology as a pivotal sector for future growth. The Minister also announced a new GMP facility to aid production of CAR-T and cell therapies. India's bioeconomy, growing rapidly with substantial policy support, is set to expand up to $300 billion. Collaboration among research sectors is encouraged to harness biotechnology for economic and health advancements.

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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