Parliament Concludes Budget Session with High Productivity

The 2026 Budget Session of the Indian Parliament, spanning from January 28 to April 18, concluded with significant legislative achievements. Both Houses, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, adjourned sine die after passing a total of nine bills. The session witnessed high productivity with Lok Sabha achieving approximately 93% and Rajya Sabha exceeding expectations with about 110% productivity. Major legislative actions included the passage of the Finance Bill, 2026 and various appropriation bills. The deliberations covered major governmental and policy sectors, including discussions on the Union Budget and other critical national issues.

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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