India's Initiatives to Enhance Water Quality

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is implementing various projects to improve drinking water quality across India. Key initiatives include the Jal Jeevan Mission, AMRUT, and AMRUT 2.0, which support states in enhancing water infrastructure and quality. Significant efforts are being made towards water quality monitoring and the establishment of testing laboratories. During 2025-26, millions of water samples have been tested nationwide for chemical and bacteriological parameters to ensure safe consumption. Moreover, women are being trained to conduct water quality tests, underscoring community involvement.

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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