River Cities Alliance Action Plan for 2025

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has launched an action plan for the River Cities Alliance (RCA) aimed at sustainable urban river management. This initiative includes capacity building programs, technical tools, and training for integrating river considerations into city master plans. The plan also involves ecological assessments of major Indian rivers and the development of an information dashboard for biodiversity conservation. Additionally, measures are being taken in Himachal Pradesh to prevent illegal waste dumping in water bodies.

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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