Indian Classical Dances Incorporated Into School Curriculum Via NEP 2020

The Ministry of Culture underscores the inclusion of Indian Classical Dances in schools as part of the National Education Policy 2020 to promote art-integrated, experiential learning. With support from autonomous bodies like Kalakshetra Foundation, Sangeet Natak Akademi, and Centre for Cultural Resources & Training, the policy facilitates education and scholarships in performing arts for students. Financial backing for such initiatives has seen substantial grants over recent years, as shared by Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.

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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