Policy Reforms to Enhance Research and Innovation in India

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced significant policy reforms aimed at improving the 'Ease of Innovation', 'Ease of Research', and 'Ease of Science' in India. The reforms allow research institutions to bypass Government e-Marketplace (GeM) procurement for specialized equipment, grant greater autonomy to institutional heads, and raise financial ceilings for research procurement. These changes are expected to streamline research processes, reduce delays, and foster a more innovation-driven economy, aligning with the National Education Policy 2020.

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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