National Workshop on Emerging Technologies in PACS

Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani, Secretary of the Ministry of Cooperation, addressed the inaugural session of the National Workshop on Emerging Technologies in PACS in New Delhi. The workshop highlighted the benefits of PACS in rural India, with a 42% increase in beneficiaries from short-term credit lending. The Ministry aims to computerize 80,000 PACS to enhance their efficiency and transparency, integrating government schemes and emerging technologies. The event included discussions on digital advancements in cooperative banking and success stories from various states.

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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