Kaziranga National Park: Eco-Sensitive Land Diversion and Conservation Efforts

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has reported on proposals for land diversion in eco-sensitive zones near Kaziranga National Park. The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wild Life (SCNBWL) has recommended two proposals for infrastructure development while ensuring compliance with Supreme Court orders banning mining activities in the area. The government has closed multiple quarries and crushers to protect the park's ecological integrity and has implemented measures to reduce wildlife road accidents, including constructing underpasses and raising public awareness.

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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