India Boosts Weather Forecasting with Advanced Technologies

The Ministry of Earth Sciences has implemented various initiatives to advance India's weather and climate monitoring capabilities. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), collaborating with other institutes, has launched projects like the Monsoon Mission and Mission Mausam to improve forecast accuracy and response to severe weather. The Bharat Forecasting System and Mithuna-FS model enhance granularity in forecasts, while platforms like Mausamgram offer hyperlocal updates. Measures also extend real-time weather updates to farmers, influencing crop management and boosting agricultural productivity.

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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