NHRC Investigates Deaths During Sewage Cleaning in Uttar Pradesh

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognizance of the deaths of five individuals while cleaning sewage tanks in Gautam Budh Nagar and Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. Notices have been issued to local authorities for detailed reports on the incidents, including investigations and compensation for the victims' families. The NHRC is also seeking updates on the medical treatment of a 10-year-old boy who was rescued from a septic tank. Allegations have surfaced regarding the lack of safety equipment provided to the workers involved.

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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