India's Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System Revolutionizes Disaster Management

The Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MHEW-DSS) is a groundbreaking initiative by the India Meteorological Department and the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Launched in 2024 under the Mission Mausam initiative, this digital transformation aims to enhance India's weather forecast accuracy and integrate multi-hazard forecasts across the nation. MHEW-DSS has improved forecast preparation time, increased forecast accuracy, and significantly reduced evacuation costs. Operating with advanced GIS tools and robust data integration, the system provides real-time, impact-based warnings that empower communities and sectors to prepare efficiently for extreme weather events. The system's success is evident in its national and international recognition for advancing disaster risk management.

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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