Ministry of Coal Launches 13th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions

The Ministry of Coal has successfully launched the 13th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions in New Delhi, aiming to enhance India's energy security and domestic coal production. The event was attended by key officials, including Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, who highlighted India's achievement of surpassing one billion tonnes of coal production. The auction introduces 14 coal blocks, promoting private sector participation and cleaner coal utilization through technologies like Underground Coal Gasification (UCG). The initiative is expected to attract investments, create jobs, and contribute to sustainable development in the coal sector.

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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