Indian Railways Surplus Boosted by Lower Energy Costs and Increased Freight

The Indian Railways has reported a surplus in the last three fiscal years, driven by lower energy costs, better maintenance practices, and increased freight movement, as stated by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The Gross Traffic Receipts grew at a compound annual growth rate of 5.1% from 2022-23 to 2024-25, despite maintaining a high operating ratio of over 98% each year.

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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