First General Body Meeting of Earth System Sciences Council (ESSC)

The Ministry of Earth Sciences held its first General Body meeting of the Earth System Sciences Council (ESSC), chaired by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. The meeting focused on merging five autonomous institutes into a unified governance structure to enhance efficiency and public outreach. Dr. Singh emphasized the importance of clear communication and thematic positioning to improve public awareness of scientific initiatives. The council aims to streamline reporting and support national missions like the Deep Ocean Mission and Blue Economy initiative.

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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