Indian Coast Guard to Host NATPOLREX-X and NOSDCP Meeting

The Indian Coast Guard will conduct the 10th edition of the National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) alongside the 27th National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan (NOSDCP) Meeting on October 5-6, 2025, off Chennai's coast. The event will involve participation from various ministries, state governments, and international observers, focusing on enhancing India's preparedness for marine oil spill incidents and inter-agency coordination. The exercise aims to showcase India's pollution response capabilities and reinforce its commitment to marine environmental protection.

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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