Election Commission of India Reports Seizures of Over Rs 865 Crores in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal

The Election Commission of India announced that seizures worth over Rs 865 crores were made in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal during the General Elections and bye-elections of 2026. The seizures included cash, liquor, drugs, precious metals, and other freebies as part of efforts to ensure conduction of free and fair elections. Enforcement agencies were instructed to act promptly to prevent election-related malpractices, with 5011 Flying Squad Teams and 5363 Static Surveillance Teams deployed.

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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