Groundwater Depletion in India: 2024 Report

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has released the 2024 report on groundwater resources in India, indicating a total annual groundwater recharge of 446.9 billion cubic meters (bcm) and an extractable resource of 406.19 bcm. The current extraction stands at 245.64 bcm, leading to a groundwater extraction stage of 60.47%. The report highlights the government's initiatives for sustainable groundwater management, including the Jal Shakti Abhiyan and the Atal Bhujal Yojana, aimed at improving water conservation and management across various states.

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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