Establishment of Eklavya Model Residential Schools in Tribal Areas

The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, announced the establishment of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in tribal-dominated areas to provide quality education to tribal children. The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) manages these schools, with significant financial allocations for construction and operational expenses. The initiative aims to enhance educational access in regions with a high tribal population, although some areas did not meet the criteria for EMRS establishment.

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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