Election Commission Takes Action Against Money Power in Bihar Elections

The Election Commission of India has issued directives to various enforcement agencies to prevent the use of money power, freebies, and illegal substances in the upcoming Bihar elections scheduled for October 6, 2025. Expenditure Observers have been deployed to monitor election expenses, and an online system for real-time reporting of seizures has been activated. Since the announcement of elections, over Rs. 33.97 crore worth of cash, liquor, drugs, and freebies have been seized. The Commission emphasizes the need to ensure that citizens are not inconvenienced during enforcement activities.

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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