MoHUA Approves Additional 1.47 Lakh Houses Under PMAY-U 2.0

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has approved an additional 1.47 lakh pucca houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0), bringing the total sanctioned houses to 8.56 lakh. This decision was made during the fourth meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC) held on August 12, 2025. The approved houses will benefit urban poor across 14 States/UTs, emphasizing the government's commitment to 'Housing for All' and improving living standards. The meeting also highlighted the importance of women empowerment and inclusivity in housing initiatives.

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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