NITI Aayog and UNDP Host National Workshop on Multidimensional Poverty Index

On September 9, 2025, NITI Aayog, in collaboration with UNDP, organized a National Workshop in New Delhi focusing on the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI). The event gathered senior officials from 30 States and Union Territories, along with representatives from various ministries and think tanks. The workshop emphasized the importance of MPI in poverty reduction and governance, featuring discussions on data-driven decision-making and practical exercises on MPI calculations.

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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