India Showcases Tourism at World Travel Market 2025

The Ministry of Tourism of India, along with 30 stakeholders, participated in the World Travel Market 2025 in London, highlighting India's cultural diversity and tourism offerings. Over recent years, India has seen a significant increase in international tourist arrivals (ITAs), from 63.37 lakh in 2020 to 205.69 lakh in 2024. Additionally, employment in the tourism sector has risen, supporting economic growth. Despite the upward trends, State/UT-specific ITA data remains limited.

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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