Indian Astronaut to Conduct Food & Nutrition Experiments on ISS

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will lead food and nutrition experiments aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission. The experiments, developed by ISRO and DBT with NASA's support, aim to explore sustainable life support systems for long-duration space travel, focusing on microalgae and cyanobacteria. This initiative marks a significant step in India's space biotechnology efforts and self-reliance in space exploration.

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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