India's Vision for Sustainable Urban Development at IUCN Congress 2025

Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, presented India's vision for sustainable and nature-positive urban development at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi. He emphasized the importance of integrated planning, renewable energy, and citizen engagement in urbanization. Key initiatives include the Smart Cities Mission, Energy Conservation Act, and AMRUT programme, aimed at fostering low-carbon, inclusive development. Singh highlighted the need for stable policy frameworks and innovative financing to support urban growth in the Global South.

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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