Indian Railways Unveils New Passenger Reservation System

The Indian Railways is set to launch a new Passenger Reservation System (PRS) by December 2025, capable of generating over 1.5 lakh tickets per minute, significantly enhancing current capabilities. The system will be multilingual, focus on passenger convenience, and implement advanced charting for waitlisted tickets. Additionally, Tatkal bookings will require broad-based authentication via Aadhaar or government ID linked to DigiLocker, ensuring enhanced security and transparency. The ticket enquiry capacity will also increase tenfold, from 4 lakh to over 40 lakh enquiries per minute.

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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