India's Automotive and Heavy Engineering Sectors See Major Growth

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers reports that the automobile sector now contributes 15% to India's GST Revenue Collections. The sector creates significant employment with an estimated 30 million jobs. Significant schemes by the Ministry of Heavy Industries aim to improve electric vehicle production and advanced battery manufacturing. These include the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components, encouraging investment and enhancing domestic manufacturing capabilities.

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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