India's Initiative for Time Sovereignty: One Nation, One Time

The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, held a Round Table Conference on Time Dissemination, emphasizing the importance of synchronizing all legal, commercial, and administrative activities with Indian Standard Time (IST). Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi highlighted the upcoming Legal Metrology (IST) Rules, 2025, which will ensure precise dissemination of IST across various sectors, enhancing national security and operational efficiency. The initiative aims to establish five Regional Reference Standard Laboratories equipped with atomic clocks to provide accurate timekeeping, reducing dependency on foreign time sources and fostering technological independence.

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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