India Prepares for 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine

The Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with the World Health Organization, has commenced preparations for the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine to be held from 17-19 December 2025 in New Delhi. This event will focus on the global integration of traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Yoga, and others into national health systems. The summit aims to establish a roadmap for evidence-based application and regulatory strengthening of these practices. Highlighting the significance of herbal medicine, a special event on the medicinal properties of Ashwagandha will be conducted to explore its global impact and contemporary relevance.

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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