National Sensitization Meeting on PC&PNDT Act 1994

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare convened a National Sensitization Meeting to strengthen the implementation of the PC&PNDT Act, emphasizing its role as a moral safeguard against gender-biased sex selection. Keynote speaker Ms. Aradhana Patnaik highlighted improvements in the sex ratio at birth and the need for preventive measures rather than punitive actions. The meeting also addressed compliance issues in the digital ecosystem and featured discussions on best practices from various state representatives.

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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