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GeM and UN Women Sign MoU to Empower Women Entrepreneurs

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The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and UN Women have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the participation of women entrepreneurs in public procurement. The MoU aims to promote gender-responsive procurement by increasing sourcing from women-led businesses, thereby expanding market access under GeM's Womaniya initiative. The collaboration includes training programs, development of validation criteria for women-led businesses, and support for MSME Udyam Registration. This partnership aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 5, focusing on gender equality and women's empowerment.

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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