Innovation Journey to Viksit Bharat: A Call for Global Thinking

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, emphasized the need for global thinking and collaboration between government and private sectors to achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. The release of the NITI Aayog report highlights India's rise in the Global Innovation Index and the democratization of entrepreneurship, with nearly 50% of startups emerging from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. The Minister called for specialized interfaces to enhance collaboration and address challenges in the innovation ecosystem.

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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