Inland Waterways Boost Cargo Movement from Kolkata to Pandu

A significant cargo shipment of granulated blast furnace slag and TMT bars was successfully transported via inland waterways from Kolkata to Pandu in Guwahati. The consignment, shipped by Tata Steel Ltd. to Larsen & Toubro Ltd., underscores the growing use of the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route to enhance logistics efficiency and regional connectivity. It was facilitated by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and highlights the strategic importance of inland waterways in transporting bulk cargo efficiently.

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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