Implementation of Unified Pension Scheme Rules, 2025

The Ministry of Personnel has notified the Central Civil Services (Implementation of the Unified Pension Scheme under the National Pension System) Rules, 2025, which regulate benefits for Central Government employees opting for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) under the National Pension System (NPS). The UPS was approved by the Union Cabinet in August 2024 and operationalized on April 1, 2025. Key provisions include enrolment, contribution details, compensation for delays, and benefits related to retirement and service termination.

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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