Ministry of Tribal Affairs Implements Schemes for Scheduled Tribes

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, led by Union Minister Shri Durgadas Uikey, is actively implementing various schemes for the welfare and development of Scheduled Tribes (STs) in India. Key initiatives include the Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST), which involves 41 ministries allocating funds for education, health, and infrastructure projects. Major schemes include the DhartiAabaJanjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan, and Eklavya Model Residential Schools, aimed at improving living conditions and educational opportunities for tribal populations. The report also details fund allocations for West Bengal over the past three financial 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