Parliamentary Report Highlights Budgetary and Operational Challenges in India's Atomic Energy Sector

The 406th Report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology scrutinizes the Department of Atomic Energy's budgetary allocations and operational shortfalls for 2026-27. The report spotlights capital expenditure utilization patterns, stresses the need for accurate budget estimates based on formally sanctioned projects, and recommends measures to alleviate financial and operational bottlenecks in nuclear research institutions. A significant focus is placed on improving uranium exploration funding, enhancing nuclear capacity, and addressing regulatory challenges under the SHANTI Act, 2025.

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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