Government of India Launches PRIP Scheme for Pharma-MedTech Innovation

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has announced the Promotion of Research & Innovation in Pharma-MedTech Sector (PRIP) scheme, inviting proposals for projects worth ₹11,000 crore. The scheme supports early-stage projects with funding up to ₹5 crore and later-stage projects with funding up to ₹100 crore. It aims to foster collaboration between industry and academia, focusing on public health priorities such as rare diseases and antimicrobial resistance. The application process is now open through a dedicated digital portal.

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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