e-KYC Integration Enhances MGNREGA Transparency

The Ministry of Rural Development reports that 99.67% of active MGNREGA workers are now Aadhaar-seeded, facilitating the use of e-KYC for job card verification and renewal. This initiative aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and service delivery under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which covers 2.69 lakh Gram Panchayats and over 26 Crore registered workers. The e-KYC process allows for real-time verification of workers' identities, ensuring timely and accurate job card management.

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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