Local Self Governments Receive Substantial Grants Under Fifteenth Finance Commission

The Indian Constitution mandates fund allocations to Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies through the Finance Commission's recommendations. The 15th Finance Commission has earmarked significant grants to enhance the resources for Rural Local Bodies and Urban Local Bodies for the period 2021-26, focusing also on strengthening primary health care. The distribution of these funds is based on population and state area, with detailed allocations available from the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.

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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