Government Initiates Rehabilitation Programs for Manual Scavengers

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment has conducted a comprehensive survey on manual scavenging and continues to provide One-time Cash Assistance (OTCA), skill development training, and capital subsidies to identified manual scavengers. While no new manual scavengers were identified, ongoing efforts include providing safety equipment and promoting mechanized sanitation to prevent hazardous working conditions.

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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