Review Meeting on Scheduled Tribes Welfare Initiatives

On June 16, 2025, the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) and the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) convened in New Delhi to assess the implementation of welfare initiatives for Scheduled Tribes, focusing on the PESA (1996) framework. Key discussions included fund allocation, monitoring of the Scheduled Tribe Component, and enhancing grassroots governance. The meeting highlighted recent initiatives such as a Centre of Excellence at IGNTU, a dedicated PESA portal, and training programs. The NCST emphasized the importance of raising awareness about PESA and ensuring effective tribal self-governance.

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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