Inauguration of ASEAN-India Cruise Dialogue in Chennai

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the first-ever ASEAN-India Cruise Dialogue in Chennai, aiming to enhance cruise connectivity and promote sustainable tourism among ASEAN nations. The dialogue, attended by delegates from all ASEAN member countries, focuses on developing an integrated cruise network and establishing an ASEAN-India Cruise Tourism Corridor. The initiative aligns with India's broader maritime vision and aims to position India as a global leader in cruise tourism by 2029, with a target of one million cruise passengers.

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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