India's Industrial Production Grows by 2.7% in April 2025

India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a year-on-year growth of 2.7% in April 2025, driven primarily by a 3.4% increase in the manufacturing sector. The IIP for April 2025 stands at 152.0, up from 148.0 in April 2024. Key contributors to growth include the manufacture of basic metals, motor vehicles, and machinery. The mining sector saw a slight decline of 0.2%, while electricity production grew by 1.1%.

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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