India to Host 1st International Big Cat Summit

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, announced India will hold the 1st International Big Cat Summit in New Delhi on June 1 and 2, 2026. Yadav emphasized the need for corporate funding to support big cat conservation efforts such as habitat restoration and technology-driven monitoring. The initiative supports Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s goals for global big cat protection, urging industry collaboration for ecological balance and biodiversity preservation. Yadav also highlighted India's achievements in renewable energy and reduced emissions, aligning with the country's vision for sustainable global leadership.

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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