Extension of Jal Jeevan Mission Until 2028

The Government of India has announced the extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) until 2028, aiming to provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every rural household. As of July 2025, over 15.67 Crore rural households have tap water supply, representing 80.95% of the total rural households. The extension includes a focus on infrastructure quality and sustainable water service delivery, with a proposal for enhanced funding under consideration.

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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