Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana- Gramin Update

The Ministry of Rural Development is continuing the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana- Gramin (PMAY-G) to provide housing assistance to rural households. The scheme aims to construct 2 crore additional houses from FY 2024-25 to 2028-29, building on the initial target of 2.95 crore houses from 2016 to 2024. Beneficiaries are identified through the SECC 2011 and Awaas+ 2018 databases. As of August 2025, saturation has been achieved in most states, with exceptions noted. Detailed state-wise data on targets, sanctioned, and completed houses is provided.

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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