NHRC Investigates Deaths of Workers in Andhra Pradesh

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of the deaths of two workers and injuries to another at a pharmaceutical company's effluent waste treatment plant in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh. The incident occurred on June 11, 2025, when the workers inhaled poisonous gas during their night shift. The NHRC has issued notices to state officials for a detailed report on the health status of the injured and compensation for the victims' families, expected within two weeks.

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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