Financial Support for Children of Handloom Weavers: Scholarship Scheme

The Ministry of Textiles in India is offering scholarships up to Rs. 2 lakh per annum for the children of handloom weavers and workers. The initiative, part of the National Handloom Development Programme, has been active since October 2021, assisting students in diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs in recognized textile institutions.

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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