India Achieves Record Mineral Block Auctions in FY 2025-26

India's Ministry of Mines announced a historic milestone, having auctioned a record 200 mineral blocks in the fiscal year 2025-26. This achievement reflects the collaborative efforts between the Union and State Governments, contributing to the country's auction-based mineral allocation framework maturity. A significant diversity of minerals was auctioned, with a substantial number being critical for India's resource security. Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu led the states in contributing to the auction numbers.

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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