Railways Reduces Bulk Cement Freight Charges to Support Affordable Housing

The Indian Ministry of Railways has announced a new policy to reduce bulk cement freight charges, aiming to make housing more affordable for poor and middle-class families. The new rate is set at ₹0.90 per tonne per kilometre, with the removal of distance and weight slabs. The policy promotes the use of tank containers for pollution-free logistics and the development of bulk cement terminals to enhance efficiency in transportation and distribution.

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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