Indian Navy's First Training Squadron Arrives at Phuket

The First Training Squadron of the Indian Navy, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi, docked at Phuket Deep Sea Port on January 25, 2026, as part of its Southeast Asia deployment. Welcomed by the Royal Thai Navy, the visit aims to boost maritime cooperation during the ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation. Joint activities include professional exchanges, sports, and Passage Exercise (PASSEX), reinforcing the Indian Navy's commitment to regional partnerships under the MAHASAGAR vision.

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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