Ministry Approves 14,599 Anganwadi Cum Crèches Under Palna Scheme

The Ministry of Women and Child Development has approved 14,599 Anganwadi cum Crèches under the Palna Scheme, aimed at providing whole-day childcare support for working mothers. This initiative addresses the growing need for quality daycare services due to increased employment opportunities for women and the rise of nuclear families. The Palna Scheme, launched on April 1, 2022, seeks to enhance women's workforce participation by offering safe and secure childcare facilities, nutritional support, and health services for children aged 6 months to 6 years.

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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