First Randomisation of EVM-VVPATs for Bihar Elections Completed

The Election Commission of India has completed the first randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) for Phase-II of the General Elections in Bihar. This process involved the random allocation of 53,806 Ballot Units, 53,806 Control Units, and 57,746 VVPATs to 122 Assembly Constituencies, with lists shared with political parties. The randomization was conducted in the presence of representatives from recognized political parties and the equipment will be stored securely until the elections.

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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