Eighth Regional Consultative Meeting on R&D by NITI Aayog

The 8th Regional Consultative Meeting on 'Ease of Doing Research and Development' was held by NITI Aayog at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies in Thiruvananthapuram on October 30-31, 2025. The meeting focused on enhancing India's R&D ecosystem, featuring discussions on the ROPE Framework to identify challenges and promote supportive mechanisms. Key speakers emphasized the importance of collaboration among institutions, industries, and government to foster innovation and improve the overall research environment in India.

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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