Rising Participation of Girls in NCC Cadet Enrollment

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) in India has seen rising participation, particularly from female cadets, over the past five years. Enrollment figures reveal an impressive increase, with total girl cadet enrollment reaching 40.68% in 2025 from 35.50% in 2021. The government has implemented several measures to encourage female participation, including upgraded training infrastructure and the involvement of women Associate NCC Officers. The government has also made strides in the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, where four new NCC units have been established.

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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