NITI Aayog's Urban Data Ecosystems Workshop

The NITI-State Workshop on 'Urban Data Ecosystems for Growth, Jobs and Service Delivery' was held on November 20-21, 2025, in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The workshop aimed to enhance engagement with State governments through evidence-based data to achieve socioeconomic goals for Viksit Bharat@ 2047. Key discussions focused on the importance of urban data ecosystems for effective policymaking, economic growth, and service delivery. The event also saw the launch of the City Data and Analytics Platform (CDAP) to support data-driven urban governance. Over 100 participants, including government officials and experts, attended the workshop, which emphasized the role of data in urban planning and development.

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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