Mentorship Over Funding: Shaping India's Future Startups

Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, emphasized that mentorship is crucial, alongside funding, in shaping the future of India’s startups. Speaking at the India International Science Festival, he highlighted the democratisation of opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and the shift from mere policy to supportive ecosystems. Singh also advocated for greater risk-taking and early-stage guidance for young innovators. He assured ongoing government efforts to ease regulatory burdens and support innovation-led growth through strategic partnerships and platforms.

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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