NIEPID and Jai Vakeel Foundation Collaborate for Education of Children with Intellectual Disabilities

The National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID) and the Jai Vakeel Foundation (JVF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to implement a structured and uniform education curriculum for children with intellectual disabilities across India. This initiative aims to provide a comprehensive education model, integrating resources like the NIEPID DISHA Assessment Checklist, Multisensory Curriculum, and Teacher Training, to enhance the educational framework and align with global sustainable development goals. The project will also include the printing of accessible learning materials and free training for educators.

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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