Jal Jeevan Mission Achieves Major Milestone in Rural Water Supply

As of October 2025, the Jal Jeevan Mission has successfully provided safe tap water to over 15.72 crore rural households in India, marking a significant increase from 3.23 crore households in 2019. The initiative aims to enhance health, education, and socio-economic conditions while generating employment and reducing waterborne diseases. The mission emphasizes community participation and sustainability, with a focus on digital governance and water quality monitoring.

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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