PM Modi Inaugurates Development Projects in Purnea, Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development works worth approximately Rs 40,000 crore in Purnea, Bihar. The projects include improvements in railways, airports, electricity, and water supply, aiming to fulfill the aspirations of the Seemanchal region. Modi emphasized the establishment of a National Makhana Board to support local farmers and highlighted the government's commitment to housing and infrastructure development. He also addressed concerns about illegal infiltration and the importance of women's empowerment in the region.

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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