Indian Railways Enhances Services and Affordability for 720 Million Passengers

The Ministry of Railways, led by Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlights Indian Railways' commitment to providing affordable transportation to over 720 million passengers, with fares among the lowest globally. Initiatives include the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme for station improvements, the introduction of new train services like Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat, and Namo Bharat, and a significant increase in bio-toilets for hygiene. The overall punctuality of trains is projected at 80% for 2025-26, with a focus on maintaining low fares and high service quality.

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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