Government's Swachhata Campaign Generates Revenue and Frees Space

The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions reported that Rs. 4085 Crores has been earned through five annual cleanliness campaigns since 2021, which involved the disposal of scrap from government offices. The campaigns freed up 231.75 lac sq ft of space, previously blocked by waste. The initiative, part of a broader 'Waste to Wealth' strategy, includes recycling efforts by the Ministry of Science & Technology, showcasing the potential for economic activity through waste management.

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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