India Renews Vaccine Cooperation Strategy with CEPI

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) under India's Ministry of Science and Technology, along with the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), has renewed its 'Engagement Strategy' with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI). This renewal aims to advance vaccine research and development, extending the collaboration to include allied technologies such as monoclonal antibodies. Collaborative efforts have achieved early-stage development of vaccines for diseases like Chikungunya and Monkey pox, and have established infrastructure recognized globally by CEPI, facilitating further advancements in pandemic preparedness.

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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