NHRC Investigates Labourer Death in Rajasthan

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of the death of a 50-year-old labourer who was buried while digging a sewer pit in Ajmer, Rajasthan. The NHRC has issued notices to the Chief Secretary and Police Commissioner of Ajmer, demanding a detailed report within two weeks, including information on compensation for the victim's next of kin. The incident occurred on July 14, 2025, when the labourer was buried under soil that caved in during excavation work.

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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