Objectives of SHRESHTA Scheme

The SHRESHTA Scheme aims to provide financial assistance to NGOs for educational projects benefiting Scheduled Castes (SC) students. It includes residential and non-residential schools and hostels for primary and secondary education. Revised in 2021-22, it now features a component for meritorious SC students to access quality education in top residential high schools through a national entrance test. The scheme seeks to enhance educational opportunities and socio-economic upliftment for SCs in underserved areas.

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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