Dr. Jitendra Singh's Convocation Address at IIT Roorkee

In his convocation address, Dr. Jitendra Singh praised IIT Roorkee as Asia's first engineering college and emphasized its role in research, innovation, and societal engagement. He highlighted the institution's ranking as 6th in the country and its contribution to India's startup ecosystem with nearly 240 startups. Singh called for a focus on Himalayan studies, biotechnology, and stronger industry linkages, urging graduates to become innovators rather than depend on traditional job markets.

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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